Green Chile & Cheese Corn Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cans seasoned corn, drained
- 2 7-ounce cans green chilies
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip; light mayo is fine)
- 1 cup sour cream (not fat-free; light sour cream is fine)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, pepeprjack, or Mexican blend)
- Cajun/Creole seasoning (like Tony Chacheres) to taste
- Jalapeño or Chipotle Tabasco sauce to taste
- Optional: 6-8 slices bacon, crumbled
- Optional: 1/4-1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
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