Best Spinach Kale Bacon Dip Recipes

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CHEESY BACON SPINACH DIP



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The best and cheesiest, creamiest dip you will ever have - after all, you just can't go wrong with bacon!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 slices bacon, diced
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 cups baby spinach, chopped
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Add bacon and cook until brown and crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a 9-inch baking dish or coat with nonstick spray. In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan, mayonnaise and Worcestershire. Stir in bacon, spinach, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1/2 cup cheddar cheese; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Spread bacon mixture into the prepared baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheeses. Place into oven and bake until bubbly and golden, about 20-25 minutes. Serve immediately, garnished with bacon and parsley, if desired.

KALE WITH BACON



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The hearty bacon flavor in this side dish makes you forget that you're eating right. Seasoned with garlic, it's a great way to enjoy vitamin-rich kale. -Margaret Allen, Abingdon, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 bunches kale, trimmed and torn
8 bacon strips, diced
2 large onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. of water to a boil. Add kale; cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 1 teaspoon drippings. In the drippings, saute onions and garlic until onion is tender. , Drain the kale; stir into onion mixture. Add the salt, pepper and reserved bacon; heat through.

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BACON-RANCH SPINACH DIP



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During the hectic holiday season, my slow cooker works overtime. I fill it with a savory bacon dip and watch everyone line up for a helping. Keep the recipe in mind for tailgating, too. -Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups bacon ranch salad dressing
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and chopped
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
4 green onions, thinly sliced
Assorted crackers and fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, salad dressing and milk until blended. Stir in cheese, artichokes, spinach, tomatoes, bacon and green onions. Transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker., Cook, covered, on low 2-3 hours or until heated through. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 34mg cholesterol, Sodium 344mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SPINACH KALE BACON DIP



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Who doesn't love a classic spinach dip? Adding bacon and kale to this recipe gives it the perfect 14 Hands twist. Pair this appetizer with our bold Stampede Red Blend.

Provided by 14 Hands Winery

Categories     Bacon Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices bacon
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups kale, chopped
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
½ cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Cook bacon in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat until crispy and browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon from pan and drain onto paper towels, then chop into pieces.
  • Cook onions in the same pan over medium-low heat for 5 minutes. Add the kale and thawed spinach; cook for another 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Combine cream cheese, Cheddar, and heavy cream in another pot. Stir constantly until completely melted.
  • Add bacon and spinach mixture to the cheese. Mix to combine. Pour into an oven-safe baking dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.9 g, Cholesterol 85.5 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 404 mg, Sugar 1 g

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