Microwave Layered Pepperoni Pizza Dip - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
1 pinch dried oregano
1 pinch dried basil
2 cups finely shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
1 cup pizza sauce
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (or to taste)
2 tablespoons chopped green bell peppers
1 cup finely chopped pepperoni (or to taste)
1/3 cup chopped black olives (or to taste)
chopped green onion (optional)

Preparation

In a small bowl combine cream cheese with garlic, oregano and basil until well combined.
Spread the mixture onto a microwave-safe glass 9 or 10-inch pie plate or a shallow baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese on top of the cream cheese mixture, then 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
Spread all the pizza sauce over.
Sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
Top with jalapeno pepper, green bell pepper, pepperoni then olives.
Chill for a minimum of 1 hour or more.
Cover with waxed pepper and microwave for 5-6 minutes, then sprinkle green onions over top before serving if desired.