Ingredients
- slices bacon
- cloves garlic, minced
- ounces cream cheese, softened
- /4 cup half-and-half
- ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- tablespoons chopped fresh chives
Instructions
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Step 1
I start by crisping the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Once done, I transfer it to paper towels to drain, then crumble it into small pieces. In the warm bacon fat, sauté the minced garlic just until softened—about a minute—then remove from heat. Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and half-and-half with an electric mixer until smooth. Fold in the crumbled bacon, cooked garlic, blue cheese crumbles, and chopped chives until everything is well combined. Spoon the mixture into a medium baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake covered for 30 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned and the center is warm. Let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving—trust me, the aroma will draw everyone to the table.