killer clam dip

Name: KILLER CLAM DIP
Prep time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 ounce(s) cream cheese (1 brick), room temperature; 3/4 cup(s) sour cream; 1 package(s) dry ranch dressing mix; 1 teaspoon(s) pure maple syrup; 1/4 teaspoon(s) liquid smoke flavoring; 1/8 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper; 1/2 cup(s) extra-sharp cheddar cheese; 3 tablespoon(s) real hickory smoked bacon bits; 1 tablespoon(s) fresh minced chives; 1 can(s) chopped or minced clams (6.5 oz.), drained; - fresh chives, parsley or sliced green onion for garnish (optional)

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Teresa G.

Here, KY

Updated on Jun 18, 2015

For years, I have not been able to find my favorite brand of clam dip, so I was compelled to concoct my own recipe. If you loved Breakstone's Clam Dip, you'll love this.

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prep time 20 Min

cook time

method No-Cook or Other

yield A crowd

Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese (1 brick), room temperature
3/4 cup sour cream
1 package dry ranch dressing mix
1 teaspoon pure maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-sharp cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons real hickory smoked bacon bits
1 tablespoon fresh minced chives
1 can chopped or minced clams (6.5 oz.), drained
- fresh chives, parsley or sliced green onion for garnish (optional)

How To Make killer clam dip

Step 1

Using an electric hand-mixer, beat cream cheese until fluffy.

Step 2

Add sour cream; mix thoroughly, until no lumps remain.
Step 3

Add ranch dressing mix, maple syrup, liquid smoke and pepper; mix well.
Step 4

Add cheddar cheese, bacon bits and minced chives; combine well.
Step 5

Add drained clams; mix until well combined. (NOTE: Save and freeze clam juice for chowder or other seafood dishes.)
Step 6

May serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until served. Garnish as desired. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.
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