CHUNKY BLUE CHEESE DIP

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Every time I make this quick blue cheese dip, someone asks for the recipe. It only requires a few items, so its a snap to put together. I often prepare the thick spread with Gorgonzola cheese and serve it with toasted pecans. -Sandy Schneider Naperville, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings (2 tablespoons dip each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh chives
Toasted chopped pecans, optional
Apple and pear slices

Steps:

Beat first 4 ingredients until blended; gently stir in blue cheese and chives. Transfer to a serving bowl. If desired, sprinkle with pecans. Serve with apple and pear slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 229mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.