SWEET AND TANGY PEPPER SPREAD

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Yum, this dip is quite tasty. It's sweet, savory and smoky. The marmalade and balsamic reduction give the dip a sweet and unique flavor. We loved the smokiness from the Gouda and bacon. Bell peppers add a crisp bite to the dip. Serving with buttery crackers is perfect. They add a nice saltiness that complements the dip really well. But try this with your favorite dippers.

Provided by Susan Simpson @guycsimp

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounce(s) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup(s) orange marmalade
8 ounce(s) bacon, cooked and crumbled
1/2 cup(s) smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
2 teaspoon(s) balsamic reduction
1 large bell pepper, any color
3 small bell peppers, any color

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese and marmalade together with a hand mixer until well blended.
  • Stir in meat, cheese, and balsamic reduction. Set aside.
  • Cut off the tops of the peppers. Remove seeds and pith to make four "bowls." Reserve the three small tops as "lids."
  • Finely chop the large pepper top.
  • Stir into the cream cheese mixture.
  • Fill pepper "bowls" with the mixture. Chill until ready to serve. Serve with crackers or chips.
  • NOTE: If you like more chunks of peppers in your spread, just chop all of the pepper tops instead of keeping the small ones intact as "lids."

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