Million-Dollar Dip

Name: Million-Dollar Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 3/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 teaspoon ranch salad dressing mix; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 6 ounces crumbled cooked bacon; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 2 green onions, finely chopped, divided; Crackers, pretzels or fresh vegetables, for serving

Total Time Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Yield 12 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

The rave reviews and compliments you'll receive upon serving this rich and creamy million-dollar dip will make you feel like a million bucks!

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 teaspoon ranch salad dressing mix
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
6 ounces crumbled cooked bacon
1/2 cup sliced almonds
2 green onions, finely chopped, divided
Crackers, pretzels or fresh vegetables, for serving

Directions

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth.
Stir in ranch seasoning, salt, pepper and cayenne. Stir in cheeses, bacon, almonds and all but 1 tablespoon of the green onion. Transfer to a serving dish. Cover; chill at least 4 hours.
Garnish with reserved 1 tablespoon of green onion. Serve with crackers, pretzels and fresh vegetables.