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Spicy Sailor’s Dip

Irresistible Spicy Sailor’s Dip: Creamy Game Day Delight

Spicy Sailor’s Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for game day and casual get-togethers, loaded with smoky bacon and fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack
  • 1 cup cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1 can canned corn drained
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
For the Freshness
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 2 pieces green onions finely chopped
To Taste
  • 1 dash salt
  • 1 dash black pepper
For Serving
  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 1 loaf crusty bread

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • 1-quart baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened cream cheese and 1 cup of sour cream. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, along with the crumbled cooked bacon, drained canned corn, and diced green chilies. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Gently fold in 1/2 cup of diced red bell pepper and 2 finely chopped green onions. Season lightly with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Spread the creamy mixture evenly into a 1-quart baking dish.
  6. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the top is golden.
  7. Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving with tortilla chips or crusty bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your cream cheese is softened for easy mixing. Keep an eye on the baking time to prevent over-browning. Adjust seasoning to your taste preference.

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