Jalapeño Cream Cheese Meatballs w/ Ranch Dipping Sauce
"Spicy jalapeno cream cheese cocktail meatballs with a homemade ranch dressing on the side for dipping...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ground beef (80 - 85% lean)
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1 (8 ounce) tub of *Philadelphia Jalapeño Cream Cheese Spread, at room temperature
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1 egg, beaten
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1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
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4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
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1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
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2 tablespoons onion, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, mined
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1 teaspoon ground chile powder
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1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
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1/2 teaspoond ground cumin
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3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/2 cup sour cream
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3/4 cup buttermilk, plus more if needed
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1 garlic clove, minced
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1 teaspoon white vinegar
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
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1 teaspoon dried dill weed
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coarse salt and fresh black pepper
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