Zesty Cowboy Cream Cheese Spread (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 16 oz cream cheese, room temperature
02 - ⅓ cup tamed jalapeños, drained and chopped
03 - ⅓ cup roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
07 - ½ teaspoon salt

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium-sized bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
02 - Add remaining ingredients and mix until well combined.
03 - Chill spread for 30 minutes before serving.
04 - Serve with crackers, pretzels, veggie sticks, or corn bread.

# Notes:

01 - This spread can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
02 - For extra heat, add a tablespoon of hot sauce or use spicy jalapeños instead of tamed ones.
03 - Allow the spread to sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving if it's too firm from refrigeration.

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