Cranberry, Apricot and Horseradish Dip

The ingredients may seem weird, but it all melts together into a sweet-savory dip that's really tasty. You can substitute your favorite combination of preserves and dried fruit (try fig jam and diced candied ginger!). Adapted from Stephanie O'Dea at http://bit.ly/awPjgZ

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb cream cheese (the brick type)
• 1  tablespoon  prepared horseradish
• 1⁄3 cup  apricot preserves
• 1⁄4 cup dried cranberries

Directions

1. Combine everything in a small (2 qt) slow cooker. Cook on high 1-2 hours or low 2-3 hours. Serve with crackers or pita bread.
2. If you do not have a 2-qt slow cooker, you can place a small baking dish into your larger slow cooker; be sure to use oven mitts to remove the dish!