Blue Cheese Bacon Dip

1. 1

   Cook the chopped bacon in a skillet until brown and crispy over medium high heat, about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain the bacon on a paper-towel-lined plate.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic to the pan and saute for 1 minute.

4. 4

   Set the garlic aside.

5. 5

   Beat the cream cheese with a mixer at medium speed until smooth.

6. 6

   Add the half-and-half and mix until well combined.

7. 7

   Stir in bacon, garlic, blue cheese, chives, and walnuts (reserve a few nuts and chives for the top).

8. 8

   Taste for seasoning.

9. 9

   I added a pinch of salt and a lot of pepper.

10. 10

    Spoon the mixture into a small casserole dish or 4 (1-cup) ramekins.

11. 11

    Bake at 350 degrees until golden and bubbly.

12. 12

    Garnish with remaining walnuts and chives.

13. 13

    Serve with grapes, apple slices and crackers or toasted baguette would be nice, too.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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