Grilled Corn Dip

Ingredients

• 6 medium ears sweet corn, husks removed
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 Package Cream Cheese
  
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
• Tortilla chips

Directions

• Grill corn, covered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes or until tender, turning occasionally.
• Cut corn from cobs. In a large skillet, saute the onion and jalapeno in butter for 2-3 minutes or until almost tender. Add corn and garlic; saute 1-2 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat.
• In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream and chili powder. Stir in cheese and corn mixture. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish.
• Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Sprinkle with olives and green onions; serve with chips. Yield: 5 cups.

Editor's Note: We recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Facts: 1/4 cup (calculated without tortilla chips) equals 175 calories, 15 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 21 mg cholesterol, 164 mg sodium, 7 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 4 g protein.

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