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Pav Bhaji Queso Dip – Indian Style Baked Queso Dip – Super Bowl Snack

Prep Time20 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time50 mins

Pav Bhaji Queso Dip - Cheesy Indian Baked Dip with Pav Bhaji Masala

 Oil - 1 Tbsp
 Butter - 2 Tbsp
 Ginger Garlic Paste - 1 Tbsp
 Jalapenos - 1 qty (chopped)
 Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
 Green Bell Pepper - 1/2 cup (chopped)
 Red Bell Pepper - 1/2 cup (chopped)
 Tomatoes - 1 1/2 cups (chopped)
 Tomato Paste - 1 Tbsp
 Peas - 1/2 cup
 Pav Bhaji Masala - 2 Tbsp
 Red Chili Powder -1/2 tsp
 Salt - to taste
 Cream Cheese - 4 oz (room temperature)
 Sour Cream - 1/2 cup (room temperature)
 Cilantro - 2 Tbsp (chopped) plus more for garnish
 Shredded Cheese (Mexican blend or Cheddar) - 2 cups, divided
 Milk - 1/2 cup
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1) Heat a large pan on medium heat. Add 2 Tbsp butter and 1 Tbsp oil.

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2) Once the butter is melted, add 1 Tbsp ginger garlic paste and 1 diced jalapeno. Cook for 1 minute.

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3) Next, add 1 medium chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers, and 1 1/2 cups chopped tomatoes.

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4) Cook this mixture for about 5-7 minutes on low heat or until the tomatoes are nice and soft.

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5) Add 1 Tbsp tomato paste, 2 Tbsp pav bhaji masala, and 1/2 tsp red chili powder. Mix and cook for another minute.

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6) Next, add 4 oz room temperature cream cheese, 1/2 cup room temperature sour cream, and 1/2 cup peas.

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7) Mix together until everything is well combined. You should not see any white spots from the sour cream or cream cheese.

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8) After thoroughly combining, add salt to taste.

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9) Add 1 cup of shredded cheese (save the remaining 1 cup for the top), 2 Tbsp cilantro and mix well.

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10) Once everything is combined, slowly add in 1/2 cup milk while mixing to combine.

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11) Transfer the dip into an oven safe dish and top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.

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12) Bake at 375 for 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

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13) Garnish with some more fresh cilantro and serve with your favorite chips!