HOW TO MAKE CREAMY BACON SPINACH DIP

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Are you expecting last-minute party guests and looking for a quick snack that will feed a crowd? Sometimes you don't need to look any further than a tried-and-true party staple: spinach dip. The creamy dip never goes out of style and is a welcome addition to any party snack lineup, but you'll love it even more once you realize you can eat it on the keto diet.

Yes, you read that correctly—this is a keto-friendly party food that you can enjoy. With the addition of bacon, which adds crunchiness and smokiness to the creamy mix, this delicious iteration really hits a home run. For maximum scoopability, serve it alongside any sliced-up crunchy vegetable, or spread it on a low-carb cracker or keto bread. You can't go wrong with this! This keto dip can be made up to a day ahead of time and refrigerated. Not to mention that it makes excellent morning leftovers. Whether you follow the keto diet or not, this is one of those simple recipes that will quickly become a staple in your party recipe rotation.

INGREDIENTS

4 bacon slices, chopped

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

1 minced garlic clove

1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well-drained

2 oz softened cream cheese

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Serving suggestions: carrot sticks, celery sticks, and/or bell pepper strips

CREAMY BACON SPINACH DIP RECIPE

1. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Set aside the bacon using a slotted spoon.

2. Cook until the onion is tender, then add the butter, onion, and garlic to the bacon drippings in the skillet. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until spinach is heated through. Cook and stir in the cream cheese until it is melted and smooth. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the mixture thickens, after adding the whipping cream and pepper. Garnish with bacon.

3. Serve alongside raw vegetables.