Hot Broccoli Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 pkg. softened cream cheese
1 c. sour cream
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 pkg. frozen chopped broccoli (thawed & well drained)
3 c. shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Preparation

Mix cream cheese, sour cream and salad dressing with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
Stir in broccoli and 1 1/2 c. cheddar cheese.
Spoon into 9 in. pie plate.
Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
Top with remaining 1/2 c. cheddar cheese. Bake 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Garnish with blanched broccoli flowerets and red pepper strips.
Serve with bread, crackers, or assorted cut-up vegetables.