BLT Dip

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 I was trying to think up a new twist on a classic BLT the other day and my mind started to wander to the Super Bowl and what dip to make. Every party needs at least one dip. In my own personal opinion that is.
I couldn't help but wonder about doing a BLT dip. Something a little different than the typical dip, but still warm and creamy. I think next time I will toast the baguette and probably double the actual dip, but other than that this was a total score. We loved it. It is not healthy in any way, but if you want to you can at least pretend it is with all of that chopped lettuce on top. We used Red Leaf, but if you must do iceburg.
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See? Don't you think that toasted baguette slices would be better? I do. This dip truly is delicious and I'm excited to see what all of you think.



BLT Dip
Recipe By Me

1 Cup Mayonnaise (we use the olive oil one)
1 8oz Package Neufchatel Cheese, softened (cream cheese is fine)
1 Clove of garlic, minced
1 Pinch of Salt
Chopped Lettuce
1 Chopped Roma Tomato
2-3 slicesCooked, Chopped Bacon
Warm Baguette

Mix together (I used a food processor) the mayo, neufchatel cheese, garlic, and salt until smooth.

Place in an 8x8" baking dish and bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

Remove from the oven and top with lettuce, tomato and bacon. Serve with slices of baguette.

Serve