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BLT Dip turns sandwich flavors into a creamy, shareable delight.
BLT Dip combines the comforting flavors of a bacon, lettuce, and tomato sandwich into a creamy, shareable delight. The cool, tangy base made of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream invites you to dive in scoop after scoop. Just as crisp Romaine lettuce contrasts with smooth dips, crumbled bacon provides a savory crunch, making each bite a satisfying mix of texture.
While prepping, ensure your bacon is cooked until truly crispy—it gives the dip an extra layer of depth that softer bacon just can't deliver. A hint of garlic and seasoned salt subtly enhances the base, allowing the freshness of diced tomatoes and green onions to shine. These vegetables brighten the dish, adding a splash of color and preserving the balance between creaminess and crunch.
Whether serving this dip at a casual gathering or a cozy night in, it pairs effortlessly with crackers or crostini, keeping everyone reaching for more. It’s a dish that speaks of comfort while offering a nod to the classic sandwich. A perfect choice for those who enjoy a little nostalgia in their snacking, it's bound to bring a smile to the table.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups romaine lettuce shredded
- 3 Roma tomatoes seeded and diced
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
- crackers or crostini to taste and for dipping
Directions
- In a medium bowl with an electric mixer, combine the cream cheese, the mayonnaise, and the sour cream until smooth.
- Mix the seasoned salt and the garlic powder into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into an 8-inch pie pan and chill until ready to serve.
- Top the chilled cream cheese mixture with the lettuce, the tomatoes, the bacon, and the green onions.
- Serve with crackers.
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