Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 6 strips center cut bacon
  • 3 cups corn kernels
  • 1/2 red onion (, chopped)
  • 1 fresh green chile (, such as Hatch green chile, poblano or Anaheim, seeded and chopped *)
  • 1 red bell pepper (, seeded and chopped)
  • 1 orange bell pepper (, seeded and chopped)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (, softened or cubed)
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (, optional)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (, such as cheddar or Mexican blends)
  • Fresh lime wedges
  • Tortilla Chips (, for serving )

Instruction

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon, cooking for 6-7 minutes or until browned, turning once. Remove to a paper towel lined plate and chop when cooled.
  • Drain the bacon fat, reserving 1 tablespoon in the skillet. Reheat (if you turned it off) to medium heat and add the corn, red onion, green chile and both bell peppers. Cook for 4 minutes until slightly soft, but still crisp.
  • Stir in the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, salt and hot sauce, if desired. Stir until it has melted and smooth. Stir in the bacon and shredded cheeses.
  • Transfer to a serving dish, top with fresh lime, if desired, and serve with desired chips. Serve warm.
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