# Components:
→ 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
# Directions:
01 - In a mixing bowl, blend together chopped cranberries, diced jalapeños, scallions, cilantro, granulated sugar, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper. Allow mixture to rest for 10 minutes for optimal flavor integration.
02 - Preheat oven to 400°F.
03 - With a spatula, evenly spread softened cream cheese in a small oven-safe baking dish.
04 - Distribute the cranberry-jalapeño mixture evenly atop the cream cheese.
05 - Sprinkle grated sharp cheddar cheese over the entire surface.
06 - Transfer dish to oven and bake for 10 minutes, until cheddar is bubbling and lightly golden.
07 - Remove from oven, allow to cool briefly, and present warm alongside crackers, crostini, or pita chips.
