Ingredients

1/4

cup chopped onion (1/2 medium)

1

garlic clove, minced

2

tablespoons water

1

can (14.5 oz) stewed tomatoes, undrained

1

can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained

1/2

teaspoon salt

1/2

teaspoon chili powder

Dash ground red pepper (cayenne) or red pepper sauce

1/2

cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (2 oz)

1

package (8 oz) 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchâtel), cut into small cubes

Chili powder, if desired

Assorted cut-up fresh vegetables or tortilla chips

Preparation

In 2-quart saucepan, cook onion, garlic and water over medium heat 2 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender and water has evaporated.

Stir in tomatoes, chiles, salt, chili powder and ground red pepper. Cook about 2 minutes until hot, stirring occasionally.

Reduce heat to medium-low. Add cheeses; cook, stirring constantly, just until melted. Sprinkle with chili powder. Serve with cut-up fresh vegetables.