Jalapeno-Popper Dip

We celebrated my grandma's husband's 85th birthday yesterday. My contribution to the party food was this Jalapeno-Popper Dip.

 

 

It might not look like much from the picture, but if you had some on a chip or cracker, you would think differently.

 

I've never actually eaten a jalapeno popper.  Frankly, I find the idea of them pretty terrifying, not because they are hot, but because they are made with a WHOLE jalapeno! That's just too much pepper for me. But, I can handle them chopped in small pieces, so that's why I found this dip appealing.

 

Anyway, it's really delicious and was a hit with everyone at the party. Give it a try at your next party.

 

Of course, I found this recipe on Pinterest, but it originally came from a blog called Simply Gourmet.

 

Jalapeno-Popper Dip

 

6-8 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled

1 cup mayonnaise

4-6 jalapenos, de-seeded and chopped

1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded

1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

1/4 cup sliced green onion

 

Combine all ingredients. Mix well. Transfer to oven-proof dish. Combine topping ingredients (listed below) and sprinkle over the top of the dip. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-30 minutes or until bubbly and heated through.Serve with crackers or chips.

 

Topping

1 cup crushed crackers

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese

1/4 cup butter, melted