Creamy Jalapeno Popper Dip

By dawnu1

Ingredients

• 4 bacon strips, chopped
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup 2% milk
• 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
• 1/3 cup panko (Japanese) bread crumbs
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Tortilla chips

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. In a small skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp, stirring occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Discard drippings, reserving 1 tablespoon.
In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, milk, jalapenos, vinegar, cooked bacon and reserved drippings. Transfer to a greased 8" x 8" baking dish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs; dot with butter.
Bake 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and topping is golden brown. Serve with chips. Yield: 2 cups.