Red Bean and Rice Party Dip

Ingredients

• 16 ounce cream cheese softened
• 2 tablespoons jalapeño peppers chopped
• 8 ounce zatarain's® beans and rice red
• 1 cup salsa 
• 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
• 3 cups water 

Equipment

• food processor
• blender
• slow cooker

Directions

1. Prepare Rice
2. Mix as directed on package, using 3 cups water instead of 3 1/4 cups.
3. Reserve 1/4 to 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese to garnish dip, if desired. Stir remaining ingredients into rice mixture.
4. Place mixture into food processor or blender; cover. Process or blend until smooth.
5. Keep dip warm in a chaffing dish or slow cooker, if desired.