Name: Pumpkin-Hard Cider Cheese Dip
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H20M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H35M0.000S
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 12-ounce bottle hard cider; 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; Pinch of cayenne pepper; 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 12 ounces); Chopped fresh chives, for topping

Directions

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Cook the bacon in a medium skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and garlic; cook, stirring, until incorporated, about 2 minutes. Whisk in the cider, pumpkin puree, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, the pie spice and cayenne until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 3 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the cream cheese and cheddar until melted and smooth, about 2 minutes. Transfer the dip to a bowl; top with the bacon and chives.
Serve with sliced apples or raisin-nut bread.