Directions
- 1Cook the bacon in a large pot or skillet over medium/high heat until crispy.
- 2Remove the bacon and set it aside, leaving 1/4 cup of the bacon grease in the pan.
- 3Add the sliced onions and shallots to the pan with a pinch of salt and a splash of water.
- 4Cook over medium/high heat.
- 5Continue adding splashes of water throughout the cooking process to prevent the onions from burning.
- 6Stir frequently until the onions and shallots are caramelized (about 40-50 minutes).
- 7While the onions are caramelizing, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, mayo, shredded cheddar, 4 oz shredded mozzarella, Worcestershire sauce, salt, freshly cracked pepper, and the crispy bacon (save some bacon for topping).
- 8Mix and set aside.
- 9In the last 2–3 minutes of caramelizing, add the garlic, fresh thyme, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar.
- 10Stir until well combined.
- 11Let the caramelized onions and shallots cool slightly before mixing them into the cheese mixture.
- 12Transfer to a baking dish, top with the remaining mozzarella, and sprinkle with the reserved crispy bacon.
- 13Bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
- 14Top with crispy fried onions and finish under the broiler for 2–3 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- 15Serve with Firehook crackers and enjoy!
Ingredients
- 1 lb thick-cut bacon, cut into small pieces
- 2 yellow onions, sliced
- 2 shallots, sliced
- 1 pinch salt
- Water
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream, room temp
- 0.5 cup mayo, room temp
- 4 oz sharp cheddar, shredded
- 4 oz mozzarella, shredded
- 2 oz mozzarella, shredded (to top)
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Freshly cracked pepper, to taste
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- Crispy fried onions
Equipment
large pot or skilletbaking dishbroiler
Tips
- Continue adding splashes of water throughout the cooking process to prevent the onions from burning.
- Let the caramelized onions and shallots cool slightly before mixing them into the cheese mixture.
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