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Caramelized Onion Bacon Dip

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 3 large yellow onions thinly sliced
  • 8 slices bacon cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh chives chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in large skillet over medium; cook onions 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and caramelized. Add balsamic in final minute; cool slightly.
  2. Mix cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise smooth in large bowl.
  3. Add 1½ cups Gruyere, mozzarella, garlic powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fold in onions and three-quarters of bacon; reserve remainder for topping.
  5. Transfer to slow cooker; smooth top and add remaining ½ cup Gruyere.
  6. Cover; cook on low 2 hours or until hot with bubbling edges.
  7. Top with reserved bacon and chives; serve warm with crackers, bread cubes, or vegetable sticks.