Fiesta Bean and Cheese Dip

Here's another appetizer for you to try.  When I read thru the recipe it really appealed to me and hopefully it will appeal to you and you'll try it.  Great for fall get togethers!

Fiesta Bean and Cheese Dip

1 pkg. 8 oz cream cheese softened to room temperature

½ cup Heinz tomato ketchup

1 pkg. 1.25 oz Taco seasoning mix

1 can homestyle brown sugar and bacon beans

1 pkg. (8oz) shredded Colby and Monterey jack cheese blend, divided

1 can (4.5 oz.) chopped greened chiles, drained

Preheat oven to 425 degrees

In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, ketchup and seasoning mix until smooth.  Stir in beans, 1-1/2 cups cheese blend and chiles

Transfer to greased 1 ½ qt. Baking dish.  Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese blend evenly on top.

Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.  Serve warm.

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