Swiss and Bacon Dip

This hot and gooey Swiss and Bacon Dip served in a sourdough bread bowl is quite possibly one of the most delicious things you'll ever eat. It's the perfect start to any gathering. You can never get enough.

Do you ever think about how you'll be remembered after your gone? Many witches create altars to honor their ancestors, both known and unknown. We know that thousands of lives had to pass in and out of existence for us to be here today. We honor those who came before and ask for their strength to guide us, even if we don't know their names. It's true that most of us will be forgotten by history, but that doesn't make our lives any less meaningful.

This blog, with over 800 published posts and pages and over a million of my own original words might be the only things that lives on once I've passed beyond this realm. I'm absolutely honored by this. If a few people make Spicy Chicken Chili, Sea Salt Chocolate Chip Cookies, or my mom's Peanut Butter Fudge and think of me, that's all the legacy I need.

What makes Swiss and Bacon Dip so awesome?

I do think that my friends and family will always remember me whenever they eat Swiss & Bacon Dip. That's going to keep my spirit buzzing for generations because this dip always leaves people feeling incredibly happy. With warm gooey cream cheese and nutty, flavorful Swiss cheese melted together, you're well on your way to bliss. Mix in crispy, salty bacon and crunchy green onions, and it's all over, kids. You can't stop.

You don't have to serve this is a sourdough bread bowl, but if you can, why wouldn't you? It makes the whole thing seem either more elegant or more kitschy, depending on your point of view. I assure you, my friends think it's fancy as hell. The soft, slightly tangy bread with its crackly crust is the perfect accompaniment to the indulgent gooey dip. You'll think this pool of cheese is enough for a dozen people, but I assure you, people will eat more than you expect. It's impossible to stop.

Magical Properties of Bread

While the individual ingredients of a loaf of bread have their own metaphysical properties, the finished product of a loaf of bread is also deeply significant in nearly every spiritual practice. Baking bread was once a communal act where women would bring their dough to a community oven to be baked. Breaking bread is a symbol of hospitality and friendship. When you share the humblest of foods, you are letting your friends and neighbors know that they can trust you and that you will protect them.

Specifically, bread is sacred to the goddess Isis and carries feminine or receptive energy. It's tied to the element of earth and carries the energy of grounding. Bread is often left as an offering for ancestors, deities, and spirit guides.

For more on the magical properties of the ingredients in this recipe, check the Kitchen Magick page.

Ingredients

Here's everything you'll need to make this dip. The full details are in the recipe card below.

• Bacon - smoked and streaky
• Cream cheese - go for full fat, it will be a bit easier to mix if it's softened, but it's not the end of the world if you forget
• Mayonnaise
• Mustard - if you like Dijon, use that, otherwise, use your favorite variety
• Pepper - hold off on the salt until you've tasted it because both the bacon and the cheese are already quite salty
• Swiss cheese - whatever is available in your grocery store
• Scallions - aka green onions or spring onions
• Round sourdough loaf - optional but awesome

Tips for making Swiss and Bacon Dip

This is one of those recipes I've made so many times I could almost do it in my sleep. It really is super simple. Start by cooking your bacon until crispy. I use scissors to cut it right into the pan so I don't have to bother with a cutting board. Once that's as crisp as you like, put your bacon on a paper-towel lined plate to drain off some of the fat.

In a mixing bowl, you'll combine your softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and mustard until smooth. I use my stand mixer, but that's definitely not necessary. You could even just do this with a spatula or big spoon. Then you'll stir in pepper, cheese, and scallions. Finally, fold in your crispy bacon and transfer everything to a baking dish.

Cook this in the oven for about 20 minutes. You just want everything to be melted and gooey. While it's cooking, you can hollow out your loaf of bread and arrange the torn insides around your bread bowl. When your dip comes out of the oven, carefully transfer it to the bread bowl and go make everyone outrageously happy.

I hope you'll think of me fondly when you make this Swiss and Bacon Dip. Or at least feel really awesome while you're eating it. It's practically impossible not to.

Looking for more awesome cheesy dip ideas? Try this Mexican Spinach Dip or some Creamy Garlic Spinach Dip.

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