Hot Cheesy Pizza Dip (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream
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1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
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⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
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1¼ cups pizza sauce
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
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10 slices pepperoni
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 350 degrees.
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In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder. Beat with a hand mixer until creamy and smooth.
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Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly across the bottom of a cast iron skillet or pie dish.
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Spread the pizza sauce over the cream cheese layer.
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Sprinkle the mozzarella and parmesan cheeses over the pizza sauce.
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Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese. Add more if you like lots of pepperoni, but keep in mind that too much can make the dip greasy.
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Bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and starting to brown.
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Serve the dip while it's warm with crusty bread, pita chips, or crackers.
# Notes:
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You can adjust the amount of cheese based on your preference
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Add a pinch of salt to the cream cheese mixture if desired
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Try other pizza toppings like olives, mushrooms, peppers, or sausage
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To make ahead, assemble without baking, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours
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Perfect for game day or parties
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Pairs well with Italian salad and garlic knots