Pizza dip (Appetizers)

 

Makes 16 servings (2 tablespoons dip and 5 chips each)

• 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
• ½ cup pizza sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• ½ cup chopped pepperoni
• ¼ cup sliced ripe olives, drained
• ¼ cup finely diced red bell pepper
• 5 medium green onions, sliced
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup shredded fresh basil leaves
• Colored tortilla chips or French baguette bread slices

1. In a small bowl, mix cream cheese, pizza sauce and garlic.
2. On 12-inch round ovenproof serving plate, spread mixture in thin layer.
3. Top with pepperoni, olives, bell pepper and onions ; sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
4. Set oven control to broil ; broil with top about 4 inches from heat 1 to 2 minutes or until mozzarella cheese is melted.
5. Sprinkle with basil.
6. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Note : To make ahead, assemble this dip on a pretty ovenproof platter up to 1 day before serving. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator. Broil as directed.

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