Appetizers

Ingredients:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 cup, plus 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese, divided
2 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup pizza sauce
16 slices pepperoni

Directions:
Use a mixer to beat together cream cheese, sour cream, 1 teaspoon oregano, basil, parsley, and 1/2 cup of the parmesan cheese. Dice all but about a 6 to 8 slices of pepperoni. Fold in 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese and the diced pepperoni. Spread mixture in the bottom of a pie pan or small casserole dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Then top with pizza sauce. On top of the sauce, add remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and then 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan. Top with the remaining pepperoni slices and 1/8 teaspoon oregano.

Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until the dip is warm and bubbly. Serve with crostini, toasted French bread slices, breadsticks or crackers.

Notes:
This can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking. You can also used 2 1/8 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning in place of the dried oregano, basil, and parsley. Sprinkle a little on the top.  Best served warm and bubbly out of the oven. Double or triple this recipe for a crowd and bake in a 9 x 13 inch baking dish. Perfect for movie night or the big game!