Hot Bacon Cheddar Dip with Herb Crostini
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Servings: 20
WHAT YOU NEED
- 3 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. dried parsley
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 2-1/2 tsp. onion powder, divided
- 1 Tbsp. plus 1/2 tsp. garlic powder, divided
- 1 (8.5 oz.) French baguette
- 1 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 pkg. (8 oz.) CRACKER BARREL Extra Sharp Yellow Cheddar Cheese, shredded and divided
- 3/4 cup chopped cooked bacon, divided
- 2 Tbsp. sliced green onion
LET’S MAKE IT
- Heat oven to 375°
- Mix olive oil with parsley, paprika, ½ tsp. onion powder and ½ tsp. garlic powder in a small bowl until combined. Slice baguette into 40- ¼-inch rounds. Brush each bread slice with herb olive oil. Place on lined baking tray oiled side down. Bake 8 to 10 min. or until golden brown. Remove from oven and reserve.
- Beat cream cheese and sour cream with mixer until blended. Stir in 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese and 1/2 cup of cooked bacon. Spoon mixture into a 1 quart. baking dish. Top with remaining shredded cheese and bacon.
- Bake 15 to 20 min. until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and cool 10 min. before serving. Sprinkle with green onion. Serve with crostini.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with fresh vegetables.