Simple Appetizer is Great for a Potluck

Sometimes I get tired of the same old thing at potlucks. I brought this appetizer and some tortilla chips (Tostitos) to our last neighborhood party and it was devoured in no time. Even though it seems a bit (spicy) hot for kids, they seemed to enjoy it as much as the adults. This is another one where the sum of the ingredients tastes much better than it sounds on paper. It originated with Mike who used to have a variation of it at a restaurant in his college town.

Mike's Appetizer Dip with a Kick!
2 cup cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 cup Monterrey jack (shredded)
½ cup chopped green onion to taste
1 T. minced garlic
Chopped jalapenos and ¼ cup juice to taste

Mix and chill.

If you are serving it outside, make sure to keep it chilled by putting it into another bowl filled with ice. It usually goes fast but it's always better to be safe than sorry when it comes to dairy products outdoors.