-3 pounds Real California Monterey Jack cheese, grated
-3 pounds Real California Swiss cheese, grated
-3 pounds Real California cream cheese
-1-1/2 cups chopped green onions
-¼ cup hot sauce
-1 tablespoon salt
-1-1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
Garnish:
-1-1/2 pounds bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
-6 cups cheese crackers, crushed
-Toasted pita wedges
Combine grated cheeses, cream cheese, green onions, hot sauce, salt and pepper in in stand mixer with paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until thoroughly combined.
For each shared serving of 4, scoop 12 ounces cheese mixture into small oven proof skillet. Bake at 350F until melted. Top with approximately ½ cup cracker crumbs and ¼ cup bacon bits. Serve hot with toasted pita wedges.
Recipe courtesy of Chef Kyle Bailey, Sixth Engine, Washington DC
