Need a great appetizer but don't have a lot of time to prepare it? Try this warm, cheesy dip. It's addicting, so be sure to make enough.
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
1 oz. package Ranch dressing mix
3 oz. container prepared bacon bits or 6-7 crisply cooked and crumbled bacon strips
2 c. cheddar cheese, shredded (plus more for garnish)
16 oz. sour cream
thinly sliced green onion, for garnish
Dippers: crackers, pretzels, broccoli, tortilla chips, celery, carrots or any of your favorite dippers
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Transfer to a 2 quart baking dish; cover with aluminum foil.
Bake 25 - 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
Remove from the oven; uncover; top with green onion and more cheese, for garnish.
Serve warm.
10-12 servings.