How to Make a Really Good Cold Jalapeno and Cheddar Dip

The Perfect Dip for Any Party. Makes a Great Holiday Gift as Well when Covered in Crushed Pecans

Jalapenos and cheddar cheese go together like mom's apple pie and ice cream. Both ingredients are widely used in many recipes and they make an excellent hot or cold dip. In this article I am going to share a recipe for a really good cold jalapeno and cheddar dip.

Making a really good jalapeno and cheddar dip at home is a simple and easy task. It will be very easy for you to create your own family tradition from the basic example listed below.  

Ingredients:

8 ounces of fresh jalapeno peppers. Avoid the canned jalapeno peppers. They usually have way to much salt in them to be a good choice for a really good jalapeno and cheddar dip. Try and get a no name brand as they are the same quality as any brand name will be. Never pay for a name when you can be paying for more food when making a really good jalapeno and cheddar dip.

1 / 3 cup of sour cream Again I always use a store brand or no name brand to save money when making a really good jalapeno and cheddar dip.

2 cups of shredded smoked cheddar cheese.

1 tablespoon of prepared horseradish

1 large clove of fresh garlic

Directions:

Cut your jalapenos and de-seed them for a mildly seasoned dip. If you really want some intense heat then add some of the seeds to your dip while cooking. Chop your jalapeno peppers and garlic finely. Place the smoked cheddar cheese in a double boiler and cook until the cheese is completely melted. Add your jalapenos, sour cream, garlic and horseradish and stir for your really good jalapeno and cheddar dip. Cook on low heat until the peppers have begun to soften, stirring regularly. Pour out of the pot into a decorative mold and chill for at least 24 hours.

Really good jalapeno and cheddar dip is best served with crackers, or veggie strips while chilled. You may want to sit your serving bowl on a bed of ice chips to keep it cool during your event. It makes a excellent party dip or luncheon appetizer. Try a scoop of really good jalapeno and cheddar dip on your next baked potato for an amazing taste treat.