Corn and Green Chile Dip

1 8oz block cream cheese,room temp. 1 small bag frozen corn 1 4.5 oz can green chiles 2 Tbsp finely chopped cilantro 1 clove garlic, minced salt and pepper to taste optional: hot sauce to taste

Put frozen corn in a colander and run under hot water to defrost. Add remaining ingredients. Mix well. Garnish with some chopped cilantro or green onions. Great with warm tortilla chips.