Mushroom and Bacon Dip

MUSHROOM & BACON DIP

6 slices bacon 1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced thin 2 med. cloves garlic, finely chopped 1 env. onion soup mix 1/8 tsp. pepper 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened 1/2 pt. (8 oz.) sour cream Crackers or sm. rye bread

In 2 quart microwave safe casserole, arrange bacon, loosely cover with paper towel. Microwave at high 6 minutes until crisp. Remove bacon and crumble. Reserve 2 1/2 tablespoons drippings. Add mushrooms and garlic to reserved drippings, microwave uncovered 2 minutes or until mushrooms are tender, stirring once. Add soup mix and pepper, and cream cheese, combine thoroughly. Decrease heat to med. and microwave uncovered, stirring frequently, 3 minutes or until cheese melts. Stir in sour cream and bacon. Microwave uncovered at medium 3 minutes or until heated through, stir once Garnish with additional mushrooms and bacon. Makes about 2 cups dip.

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