# What You’ll Need:
→ Fruit & Vegetables
01 - 1 cup fresh cranberries, coarsely chopped
02 - 1 to 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced
03 - 1/4 cup scallions, finely sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Dairy
05 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
→ Pantry
07 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
09 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - Crackers, crostini, or pita chips, for serving
# How-To:
01 - In a mixing bowl, combine cranberries, jalapeños, scallions, cilantro, granulated sugar, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly and let rest for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.
02 - Preheat the oven to 400°F.
03 - Spread softened cream cheese evenly onto the base of a small oven-safe baking dish.
04 - Evenly distribute the cranberry-jalapeño mixture over the cream cheese layer.
05 - Sprinkle grated sharp cheddar cheese over the surface.
06 - Transfer the dish to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheddar is bubbling and lightly golden.
07 - Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm with crackers, crostini, or pita chips.
