Hot Crab and Red Pepper Spread

1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 pkg. neufchatel cheese, softened
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1 medium red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 can (6 oz.) crabmeat, drained
snack Crackers, bread

Preheat oven to 375°F. Set aside 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese. Mix all remaining ingredients until well blended.

Spread into 9-inch pie plate.

Bake 20 minutes or until crab mixture is heated through and top is lightly browned. Sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese. Serve hot with the crackers or bread.