In this house of boys, we have our share of sports fans.  We have balls of every shape, size and sport scattered around our home.  My boys are always “shooting baskets” with just about anything that can be tossed: garbage in the trash can, socks in the laundry basket, shoes in the closet.  You get the idea. One of their favorites is snacks in their mouth and this Bacon Ranch Dip is a bug winner!

And it’s so, so easy. Seriously. It takes 10 minutes to put together. Perfect even for busy and last minute snacks or appetizers. Make this Bacon Ranch Dip tonight!

BACON RANCH CHIP DIP

Yield: Approx 18 servings

Bacon Ranch Chip Dip

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The perfect tangy dip to compliment a fabulous chip. White Cheddar flavored chips recommended for a great flavor compliment.

Prep Time 10 minutes

Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

• Sharp White Cheddar Chips (you can use any flavor, but this is our favorite)
• 1 Ranch Dip Powdered Mix
• 1 16 oz tub Sour Cream
• 1 bunch Green Onions
• 2-3 oz Real Bacon Bits

Instructions

1. Open and pour the ranch dip powder into the sour cream container. Mix thoroughly.
2. Pour in the bacon bits. You can use less, but really, why would you want to?! Feel free to use more. I'll totally understand.
3. Mix the dip well until the bacon bits are evenly distributed through out.
4. Slice up the green onions and garnish the top of the dip with them and a few more bacon bits.
5. Transfer dip to a bowl (if desired). Arrange the chips on a plate.
6. Store in the fridge until ready to serve.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

18

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 113Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 201mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 1gSugar: 1gProtein: 4g

BACON RANCH DIP IS PERFECT FOR… EVERYTHING!

This dip is awesome with a cheese flavored cracker. We REALLY like a white cheddar flavor and the ranch is the perfect compliment for that. So tasty! But, you can use any chip. My husband really likes it with his favorite tortilla chips.

This Bacon Ranch Dip does need to be kept refrigerated because of the sour cream in it. But, you can make it in a plastic container with a lid and throw it in a cooler with some ice and take with you – to the lake or camping or even just a backyard BBQ.

I love that it is really quick and you can make it up in advance if you’re going to be having a party and need ready to go foods. Make this up as much as 1-2 days in advance and just mix well before serving.

Also, it’s super yummy on potatoes. Just saying.

Making this a meal? For a delicious summery meal, pair it with:
    

One of my favorite things about Spring is the food.  With warmer weather come the cooler, lighter foods.  I love a good hearty soup as much as anyone, but after the long winter months full of heavy holiday eating, I’m ready to lighten up my diet.  But, just because the food is lighter doesn’t mean it’s got less flavor.  Today, I will show you how to make some fantastic deviled eggs (a staple at any BBQ or picnic) and add a twist of flavor with some delicious pepperoni to make these Pepperoni Stuffed Deviled Eggs that will fly off the plate!

PEPPERONI STUFFED DEVILED EGGS

If you haven’t made boiled eggs in the instant pot, you really should try it. We do the 5-5-5 method. At pressure for 5 minutes, natural release for 5 minutes and then ice bath for 5 minutes. If you peel them while they are warm, the shells practically fall off. This is the only way we make boiled eggs now.

If you’re doing old school boiling on the stove, I wish I had some fantastic advice to share for always peeling the perfect egg, but more often than not, it seems mine come out looking like the Emperor from Star Wars… after he takes his hood off. The good news is that, even if you end up with Emperor eggs, they will still taste fabulous!

Yield: 24 deviled eggs

Pepperoni Stuffed Deviled Eggs

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Classic deviled eggs with a delicious flavor burst that makes this BBQ and picnic food even better!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 20 slices Pepperoni, Original Flavor
• Pepperoni Minis
• 1 dozen eggs
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 cup Miracle Whip (you can substitute sour cream for a low-fat dish)
• 1 Tbsp Ranch dressing (or ranch dip powder)

Instructions

1. Begin by boiling your eggs.
2. Peel the boiled eggs.
3. Cut each egg in half and dump all the yolks into a bowl. Set the egg white halves aside.
4. In the bowl of egg yolks, combine the garlic powder, the paprika and the Miracle Whip.
5. Use a fork to break the yolks apart and stir the ingredients together until they are well combined.
6. Dice up the pepperoni slices into small squares. Stacking the pepperoni together makes the dicing easier and quicker.
7. Add the pepperoni dices and the ranch dressing to the egg yolk mixture and stir until evenly combined.
8. Use a spoon to put some of the yolk mixture into each egg white half.
9. Garnish with Pepperoni Minis and a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
10. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
11. Store any leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge for 2-3 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

24

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 52Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 111mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 4g

PEPPERONI STUFFED DEVILED EGGS PEOPLE WILL FIGHT OVER

I served these at a get-together with some friends and they were a HUGE hit, particularly with the men. Maybe pepperoni makes deviled eggs a more masculine food? They are so full of flavor they almost jumped off the plate.

That extra blast of flavor makes these pepperoni stuffed deviled eggs totally compelling to just inhale off the plate.

I may or may not have made another batch the next day. And then eaten six of them all at one time.  I’ll never tell.

So, next time you need an appetizer for a Spring picnic or BBQ, let a bit of peperoni transform regular ole deviled eggs into delicious, can’t-eat-just-one Pepperoni Stuffed Deviled Eggs and be the talk of the party.