This savory ranch dip makes a nice change from traditional dip mixes. Kids love it and it is perfect with a wide variety of vegetables, crackers, and bread sticks.

Vegetarian Variation : Vegetarian bacon strips can be used with good, but different results than the real bacon strips.

Ingredients

3/4 cup - sour cream
1/2 cup - ranch dressing
1/4 cup - mayonnaise
1/4 cup - freshly grated parmesan cheese
4 - crumbled crisply cooked bacon slices
2 - minced scallions

Instructions

In a small bowl mix together the sour cream, dressing, and mayonnaise until smooth. Mix in the remaining ingredients. Spoon into a serving bowl and serve.
Low Fat Variation : Low fat or fat free sour cream, ranch dressing, and mayonnaise can be used as well as fat free Parmesan cheese or Asiago cheese. Use turkey bacon in place of the regular bacon or omit entirely.

Preparation Time

Preparation Time : 5 minutes
Cooking Time : None
Chilling Time : Optional
Total Time : 5 minutes

Number of Servings

Makes about 2 cups dip

Tips

This dip can be made up to 24 hours ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve.