Million-dollar dip was always a hit at 70s parties. Also found at church dances, it stood out as a fun dip with heavier chips like corn chips and Ruffles. This is something very easy to make with a world of flavor!
1/2 cup slivered almonds
8 slices bacon (don't use turkey bacon)
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened (can be lower fat like Neufchatel)
1 cup mayonnaise (you can use light)
1 (8-ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
4 green onions, sliced thin and divided
1 pinch cayenne pepper (this can be omitted)
- Toast the slivered almonds in a pan over medium heat until golden brown.
- Let cool.
- Cook the bacon until extra crispy—I prefer the oven method.
- Drain the bacon and let cool before chopping into bits.
- Combine the softened cream cheese and mayonnaise in a bowl and mix until smooth.
- Stir in the package of shredded cheese, bacon bits, 3 of the green onions, slivered almonds, and the pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Mix until combined.
- Top with the additional green onion.
- Wrap the bowl in plastic wrap or cover with a lid and let chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- I recommend serving the dip with some sort of buttery cracker, but raw veggies would be nice too.