Bacon-Cheese Fundido with Fresh Tomato Salsa Recipe

Name: Bacon-Cheese Fundido with Fresh Tomato Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Bacon-Cheese Fundido; - Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened; 3 qt. Kraft Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese; 3/4 cup bacon bits; 3/4 cup Kraft Mayo Real Mayonnaise; 1/3 cup green onions, chopped; 1-1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce; Fresh Tomato Salsa; 1-1/2 cups tomatoes, seeded, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 2/3 cup red onions, diced; 3 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped; 1-1/2 Tbsp. fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded, minced; 1-1/2 Tbsp. lime juice Safeway 3 ct For $1.00 thru 02/09; 1/4 tsp. salt

Servings: persons

Bacon-Cheese Fundido
- Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened
3 qt. Kraft Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese
3/4 cup bacon bits
3/4 cup Kraft Mayo Real Mayonnaise
1/3 cup green onions, chopped
1-1/2 tsp. hot pepper sauce
Fresh Tomato Salsa
1-1/2 cups tomatoes, seeded, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
2/3 cup red onions, diced
3 Tbsp. cilantro, chopped
1-1/2 Tbsp. fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded, minced
1-1/2 Tbsp. lime juice Safeway 3 ct For $1.00 thru 02/09
1/4 tsp. salt

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Bacon-Cheese Fundido: Combine cream cheese, 2 lb.
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7 oz.
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(1.1 kg) of the Cheddar cheese (or 13 oz.
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[405 g] of the Cheddar cheese for trial recipe), the bacon, mayo, onions and hot pepper sauce in 12-qt.
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(12-L) bowl of electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment.
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Beat on low speed until well blended.
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Shape into 54 (1-oz./30-g) portions (or 18 portions for trial recipe); cover.
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Refrigerate until ready to use.
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Fresh Tomato Salsa: Combine all ingredients.
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Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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For each serving: Place one portion of the cheese mixture in small microwaveable serving dish.
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Microwave on HIGH 5 to 10 sec.
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or until slightly softened.
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Top with 2 tsp.
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(10 mL) of the remaining Cheddar cheese.
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Place under salamander 20 sec.
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or until cheese shreds are melted.
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Top with 2 tsp.
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(10 mL) of the salsa.
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Serve with assorted Christie Crackers.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Bacon-Cheese Fundido, - Philadelphia Brick Cream Cheese, softened, 3 qt. Kraft Shredded Medium Cheddar Cheese, 3/4 cup bacon bits, and more.

Yes, Bacon-Cheese Fundido with Fresh Tomato Salsa falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bacon-Cheese Fundido with Fresh Tomato Salsa

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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