Chef Johns Hot Sloppy Joe Dip Easy Comfort Food

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup / 150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped (approx. 1 cup / 150g)
• 1 pound ground beef (450g), 80/20 blend recommended
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder (5 ml)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (5 ml)
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (1.25 ml) (optional, for a kick!)
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce (425g)
• 1/2 cup ketchup (120 ml)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed (50g)
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (30 ml)
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard (15 ml)
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (225g)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100g)
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (50g)
• Optional: Sliced green onions for garnish