Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
16 ounce

cream cheese

softened

8 ounce

sour cream

1 cup

marinara sauce

1 cup

mozzarella cheese

divided

0.5 cup

parmesan cheese

divided

0.5 tsp

italian seasoning

0.75 tsp

onion powder

1 tbsp

garlic

minced

6 ounce

pepperoni

chopped and divided

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2
~2 min

Lightly grease a 9x13 inch pan.

Step 3
~2 min

Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.

Key Technique: Mixing
Step 4
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.

Step 5
~2 min

Gently fold in the marinara sauce.

Step 6
~2 min

Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and onion powder; mix well to incorporate.

Step 7
~2 min

Incorporate half of the mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and chopped pepperoni into the mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Top with the remaining pepperoni and then the remaining mozzarella and parmesan cheeses.

Step 10
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 15 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve hot with toasted baguette slices or your favorite crackers for dipping.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.

Use a blend of cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Broil for the last minute to brown the top.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Toasted baguette slices

Crackers

Vegetable sticks

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Antipasto platter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer for gatherings and parties.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl
Holiday parties

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
Holiday

Popularity Score

85/100

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