"Just right for sharing, this rich, creamy dip is always a hit...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 dried porcini mushrooms
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1/2 cup boiling water
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8 slices thick-cut bacon
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1 large or 2 small leeks, white and pale-green parts only, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise, and washed well
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4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
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1 pound cremini, white, or shiitake mushrooms, cleaned and chopped, plus sliced mushrooms for garnish (optional)
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1 teaspoon coarse salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
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1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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2 cups sour cream (16 ounces)
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3 tablespoons sliced scallions (dark-green parts only), plus more for garnish
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Waffle Chips, for serving (optional)