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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Applewood Smoked Bacon and Onion Dip



Prep Time :  10 mins.  Total Time:  35 mins.

Ingredients:

½ lb. applewood smoked bacon

1 garlic clove
2 tsp. thyme
salt

Pepper

1 cup plain yogurt
2 tbsp. parsley
lemon juice to taste
nacho chips or fresh cut vegetables


Directions:

Heat a large pan over medium-high heat.
cook the bacon for 2 to 3 minutes per side or until the bacon is crisp and golden.
Remove from the pan to a plate lined with paper towels.
Drizzle the tablespoon of oil into the same pan with the remaining fat from the bacon and allow to get hot.
Add the onions and saute until they are pale golden, about 15 minutes.
Add the garlic.
Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for 5 to 10 minutes or until the onions are light golden brown.
Add the vinegar and thyme and cook until the vinegar has evaporated.
Season the onion mixture with salt and pepper and let cool completely.
Cut the bacon into small pieces and once the onion mixture has cooled, mix them in a large bowl with the bacon, yogurt and parsley.
If necessary, strain any excess liquid from the yogurt before mixing with the peppers and onions.
Season to taste with salt, pepper, and lemon juice, then refrigerate until serving.
Serve with pita chips or vegetables.





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