Baked Jalapeño Popper Dip

Ingredients

6 jalapeños, divided
8 ounces (about 1 cup) Wisconsin mascarpone cheese
1 (8-ounce) package Wisconsin cream cheese
2 cups (8 ounces) Wisconsin cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup (2 ounces) Wisconsin Parmesan cheese, grated
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Method

Preheat oven to 375°F.
Slice one jalapeño into thin rounds for garnish; set aside. Seed and finely dice remaining jalapenos.*
In large bowl, combine Mascarpone, cream cheese, Cheddar, garlic powder and diced jalapenos. Spread mixture on bottom of 1-quart baking dish.
In separate bowl, combine Parmesan, panko breadcrumbs and melted butter; mix to combine. Sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the dip. Top with reserved jalapeno slices.
Bake 30 minutes, or until dip is bubbly. Allow to cool at least 5 minutes before serving. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers.