MICROWAVE PIZZA DIP II

1 cup chopped onion

1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms

1 cup chopped bell pepper

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided

2 tsp dried parsley flakes

3/4 cup chopped pepperoni

3/4 cup pizza sauce

Breadsticks or garlic toast rounds for dipping

Combine the veggies in a 1-auart microwave-safe dish, cover and microwave on high 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp tender. Drain veggies on paper towels.

In a small bowl, combine the mozzarella with 1/2 cup of the Parmesan cheese and parsley.

Spread the drained veggies over the bottom of an 8-inch square microwave-safe dish. Top with the pepperoni, cheese mixture and pizza sauce. Microwave on medium power 5 to 8 minutes or until cheese is melted. If you do not have a turntable, turn dish halfway through baking.

Top with the remaining Parmesan cheese and serve warm with the breadsticks or toast rounds.

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