Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees While the oven warms up, take this time to mingle with your guests and get everyone in the spirit of the game.
2. Prepare the baking dish. Lightly grease a medium-sized baking dish. I prefer using a round 8 or 9 inch pie dish or you can use a 9×9 inch square baking dish. Using a stand-up mixer or electric hand mixer, beat the cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly at the bottom of the dish, creating a creamy base layer. This layer acts as a smooth foundation for our dip, ensuring every bite starts with a rich and velvety texture.
3. Add the chili layer.  Gently spread the can of chili over the cream cheese layer. Whether you choose chili with beans or without, it adds a hearty and robust flavor that pairs beautifully with the creamy base. Add a 3 or 4 of dashes of Tabasco sauce over the chili layer. (Optional but gives it a nice extra spicy taste)
4. Mix the cheeses together and sprinkle the chili layer with a generous blend of shredded pepper jack and cheddar cheese. The pepper jack adds a delightful kick, while the cheddar brings a classic, beloved taste that’s irresistible.
5. Bake to perfection. Slide the dish into the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. The anticipation of this dip is almost as exciting as the game itself!
6. Serve immediately. Be sure to add  your choice of optional garnishes to elevate the flavors and add a pop of color.
7. Serve with tortilla chips, Fritos, potato chips or Ritz crackers. Enjoy!