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Spicy Sailor’s Dip

Spicy Sailor’s Dip: Creamy Comfort for Game Day Gatherings

Spicy Sailor’s Dip is a creamy, cheesy delight perfect for gatherings and game day, featuring smoky bacon and zesty green chilies.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Dip Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened
  • 1 cup Sour Cream can substitute with Greek yogurt
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese can substitute with Monterey Jack
  • 4 slices Cooked Bacon crumbled; use turkey bacon for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Canned Corn drained
  • 4 oz Diced Green Chilies canned; can substitute with jalapeños
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper adjust to taste
For Color and Crunch
  • 1 medium Diced Red Bell Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Finely Chopped Green Onions can replace with chives
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream and blend until smooth.
  3. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, drained canned corn, and diced green chilies into the creamy mixture.
  4. Add the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped green onions to the mixture. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Transfer your dip mixture into a 1-quart baking dish and spread it evenly across the bottom.
  6. Place the baking dish in your preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
  7. After baking, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 8gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dip can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving for effortless entertaining.

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