Bacon jalapeno popper dip adds perfect flavor to your party or tailgate

LOUISVILLE, Ky (WDRB) -- Every tailgate or football watch party needs a good dip.

Kroger Chef Paul Dowell shares this easy Bacon Jalapeno Popper Dip

Ingredients:

¾ lb. (4 c.)	Murray's Cheese Smoked Cheddar (shredded)
¾ lb. (4 c.)	Hatch Chili Cheddar (shredded)
1 cup	Murray's Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano
1-8 oz. pkg.	Kroger Sour Cream
2-8 oz. pkg.	Kroger Cream Cheese (softened)
2-4 oz. cans	Kroger Diced Jalapenos (w/ juice)
4 cloves	Roasted Garlic (mashed to paste)
8 slices	Kroger Butcher Shop Smokehouse BBQ Bacon (cooked crisp & chopped)
1 cup	Kroger Simple Truth Panko Bread Crumbs
½ cup	Murray's Shredded Parmigiano Reggiano
½ stick	Kroger Unsalted Butter
1 bunch	Green Onion (sliced thin)

Preheat oven to 350°.
Combine all "dip" ingredients in a large bowl. Blend all until well incorporated. Spread mixture into a 9"X13" casserole dish.
In a smaller bowl, combine bread crumbs, shredded parm & melted butter. Mix together well & sprinkle over the top of cheese mixture.
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until piping hot, bubbly & top is browned. Sprinkle with green onion & serve with your favorite cracker, pita chip or fresh baked sliced bread.