CHUNKY CLAM AND BACON DIP WITH PITA TOASTS

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Categories     Cheese     Dairy     Herb     Pork     Shellfish     Appetizer     Quick & Easy     Bacon     Clam     Summer     Gourmet

Yield Makes 2 Cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 pound bacon (about 8 slices), chopped
two 6 1/2-ounce cans minced clams
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
1/3 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
3 scallions, chopped fine
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon drained bottled horseradish
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Tabasco to taste
Accompaniment:Pita Toasts or potato chips

Steps:

  • In a skillet cook bacon over moderate heat, stirring, until golden and crisp and transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain.
  • In a large sieve set over a bowl drain clams, reserving clam juice, and in another bowl whisk together cream cheese and sour cream. Whisk 2 tablespoons reserved clam juice into cream cheese mixture with clams, bacon, and remaining ingredients. Dip may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Bring dip to room temperature before serving.
  • Serve dip with toasts or chips.

Sustain Brisky
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This dip is amazing! I love the combination of clams, bacon, and cheese. It's the perfect appetizer for any party.


Joseph Oreke
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I've never had clam dip before, but this was really good. I'll definitely be making it again.


Shaik Sardhar
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This dip is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it can be served warm or cold.


Renny Nismo speed
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I'm not a big fan of seafood, but I actually really enjoyed this dip. The bacon and cheese helped to balance out the flavor of the clams.


Mark epic cgi 24
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This dip is so easy to make and it's always a hit. I love serving it with pita chips or crackers.


Karabo Katleho
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I love this dip! It's so creamy and flavorful. I could eat it every day.


SHAY WHITFIELD
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This was my first time making this dip and it turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.


Tryce Sims
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This dip is delicious! The bacon adds a nice smoky flavor and the clams are tender and flavorful.


Erin Lottman
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I've made this dip several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and always disappears quickly.


rony mittro
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This chunky clam and bacon dip was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures.