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| Devilishly Delicious Ranch Dip |
| Ingredients |
1 loaf (1 1/4- to 1 1/2-pound) hearty round bread, unsliced
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup shredded Mozzarella or pizza blend cheese
1 packet Hidden Valley® Ranch Dressing & Seasoning Mix
1/2 cup chopped orange pepper
1 can (2.25 ounces) sliced black olives, drained, reserving 2 slices
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Assorted fresh vegetables |
| Preparation |
Prep Time: 15 min.
Cook Time: 15 min.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Hollow loaf, leaving bottom 1-inch think. Cut 1-inch cubes from the hollowed out inside bread; set aside. Use leftover top of the bread for a stem.
Place loaf on a baking sheet. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly toasted. Remove from oven. Cool on wire rack until ready to use.
For dip, combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheese and Hidden Valley Ranch® Dressing & Seasoning Mix in medium microwave safe bowl. Heat in microwave on high 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove and stir until cheese is completely melted. Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat 1 minute or until heated through.
Spoon dip into bread. Place 2 reserved olive slices near top for "eyes" and triangle orange peppers for the nose and mouth. Serve with reserved bread cubes and fresh vegetables for dipping.
Serves: about 3 cups
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