Bacon Spinach Dip

Who doesn't love spinach dip? From the tried and true original to variations with artichokes, it's always a great party dip and perfect for the tail gate as well as the Sunday football fare.

So, take a look at this gorgeous entry and give it a go.

INGREDIENTS:

• 6 slices Bacon
• 8 oz. Cream Cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup Sour Cream
• 5 oz. Fresh Spinach, wilted in bacon grease
• 2.5 oz. Parmesan Cheese, grated
• 1 1/2 tbsp. Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp. Roasted Garlic 
• 1 tbsp. Lemon Juice
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Fry the bacon in a pan until crisp. Set the bacon on paper towels while keeping the grease in the pan. Preheat your oven to 350F.
2. Add the spinach to the bacon grease and allow to wilt completely.
3. In a bowl, add all the ingredients together (including excess bacon grease). Mix this together well.
4. Place in a 8 x 8 pan, then bake for 25 minutes. Broil for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. SERVES: 10
6. NOTES: Roast the garlic by removing the excess outer leaves from a whole head of garlic, place in a piece of foil, drizzle with olive oil, and place in a 425 degree oven until softened, about 30-40 minutes. Cool, and then pinch out the garlic puree from the peel. Use about 3 cloves, mashed up for this recipe. 
7. SOURCE: Ruled Me