Jalapeno Half-Time Dip

I make this often for our Football Sunday snack time. This dip is so easy to make, and it's always so good! One word of warning, though: if you don't like spicy-hot flavors, back off on the jalapenos a bit.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (softened)
• 1  cup salsa (use mild, medium or hot)
• 3⁄4 cup cheddar cheese, grated
• 2⁄3 cup  pickled jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream
• 1  tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine cream cheese and salsa. With electric mixer, blend till well well incorporated.
2. Add grated cheddar, jalapenos, sour cream and cilantro. Stir until well-blended.
3. Spoon dip into serving dish and garnish with additional sprigs of cilantro, if desired. Serve with chips or assorted crackers.