Categories: Appetizers & snacks, June2013, italian

Ingredients

• 8 ounces of cream cheese, room temperature
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 8 ounces shredded Italian cheese blend, divided
• 14/5 ounce can Italian style diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 3 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 9 – 12 slices of pepperoni
• 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped (I used real bacon bits)

Directions

1. en to 350.

2. In a blender or food processor combine the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, garlic, salt & pepper. Blend or process until well pureed. Set aside.

3. In a bowl combine the cream cheese, sour cream and 2 ounces of the shredded Italian cheese. Mix until well combined. Spread the cream cheese mixture in an even layer over a baking dish (8×8) or a deep dish pie plate. Carefully pour the blended sauce over the cream cheese mixture and evenly distribute.

4. Sprinkle with remaining cheese, bacon, and pepperoni. Bake for 30 – 35 minutes, or until the top is brown and bubbly. Let sit 5 minutes. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, pita chips, etc.

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