Hot Honey Cheese Delight (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
02 - 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded
03 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - 3 tablespoons hot honey
07 - Crackers, crostini, or fresh vegetables for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and allow it to fully heat.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, Monterey Jack, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
03 - Transfer the cheese mixture to a small oven-safe baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 15 minutes, or until hot and bubbling.
04 - Remove from the oven and drizzle hot honey evenly over the top while the dip is still warm.
05 - Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, or vegetables for dipping.

# Notes:

01 - Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of hot honey.
02 - Sprinkle cheese on top before baking for an extra-cheesy dip.
03 - Experiment with fresh herbs for additional flavor complexity.

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