Kerrygold Cashel Blue Warm Dip

Kerrygold Cashel Blue Cheese – 4 ounces, crumbled

Bacon – 8 slices, hickory smoked, diced

Garlic Granulates – 2 teaspoons

Cream Cheese – 16 ounces, softened

Heavy Cream – 1/4 cup

Chives – 2 Tablespoons, dried

Italian Seasoning – 1 Tablespoon, dried

Pumpkin Seeds – 3 Tablespoons, toasted, unsalted

• Preheat oven to 350 Degrees.
• In a non-stick skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat for about 8 minutes or until crisp. Drain bacon on paper towels.
  
• In a large bowl, using electric mixer, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add heavy cream; beat well to mix. Fold in bacon, garlic, crumbled Kerrygold Cashel Blue Cheese, chives, Italian seasoning and pumpkin seeds.
  
• Transfer to baking dish and bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes.
• Serve warm with toasted bread, crackers or vegetables.