Supreme Pizza Dip

Hot and cheesy dips are always a hit at get-togethers, and this dip was no exception! It disappeared fast at my book club last weekend; I may make a double-batch next time. I love the flavors of supreme pizza, but this could easily be altered to include any pizza toppings.

Ingredients

1 8 oz cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup marinara sauce
1/2 cup thinly sliced mushrooms
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup sliced black olives (I skipped these)
14 slices pepperoni
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
1/2 t Italian seasoning
Pretzel-thins, for dipping

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a 9-inch pie plate (or brownie pan), spread the cream cheese in an even layer.
3. Top with the marinara and half the mushrooms, peppers, olives and pepperoni.
4. Sprinkle with the mozzarella. Top with the remaining veggies and pepperoni.
5. Bake until the cheese melts, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle with the Italian seasoning. Serve with the pretzel-thins.

From Rachael Ray