Million Dollar Dip

Million Dollar Dip

Appetizer
80 min
24 servings
163 kcal / serving

This rich and cheesy dip from Chef John tastes like a million dollars but uses a budget-friendly blend of bacon, Cheddar, green onions, and almonds.

Ingredients

  • ½ cupslivered almonds
  • 6slices bacon, or more as needed
  • 1 ½ cupsmayonnaise
  • 1package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cupthinly sliced green onions
  • 1 pinchcayenne pepper

Directions

  1. 1

    Toast almonds in a saucepan over medium heat until lightly golden.

  2. 2

    Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crispy and evenly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and cool slightly before chopping into bits.

  3. 3

    Combine mayonnaise and Cheddar cheese in a mixing bowl. Toss in bacon, green onions, almonds, and cayenne. Stir with a spatula until combined. Wrap and chill in the fridge at least 1 hour before transferring to a serving bowl.