Clam Dip with Bacon and Scallions

By norsegal8

Ingredients

• 4 strips bacon (about 4 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup sour cream (regular or light)
• 3/4 cup mayonnaise (regular or light)
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice from 1 lemon
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cans (6 1/2-ounces each) minced clams, drained
• 2 medium scallions, sliced thin
• Salt and ground black pepper
• Cayenne pepper

Details

Servings 2

Preparation

Step 1

1. Fry bacon in small skillet over medium heat until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer bacon with slotted spoon to paper towel--lined plate; cool.

2. Whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce in medium bowl. Stir in minced clams, scallions, and bacon. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne. Chill until flavors meld, about 1 hour. (Dip can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days.)