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Sour Cream and Bacon Sauce Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, crumbled bacon, green onions, parsley, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4. Serve the sauce chilled.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Serve chilled
Serving size:
- Makes approximately 1 1/2 cups of sauce
- Serving size: 2 tablespoons

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 70
- Total fat: 6g
- Saturated fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total carbohydrates: 2g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream.
- Turkey bacon or vegetarian bacon can be used instead of regular bacon.
- Chives can be used instead of green onions.
- Dried parsley can be used instead of fresh parsley.
- Lime juice can be used instead of lemon juice.

Variations:
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Use this sauce as a dip for vegetables or chips.
- Drizzle the sauce over baked potatoes or grilled chicken.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the bacon is fully cooked and crispy before crumbling it into the sauce.
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Storage instructions:
- Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- This sauce is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sauce in a small bowl or ramekin.
- Garnish with additional chopped green onions or parsley.

Garnishes:
- Chopped green onions
- Chopped fresh parsley

Pairings:
- This sauce pairs well with grilled meats, baked potatoes, and vegetables.

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables
- Roasted potatoes
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of milk or cream to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the bacon is fully cooked before adding it to the sauce.
- Store the sauce in the refrigerator and discard any leftovers after 3 days.

Food history:
- Sour cream and bacon are both popular ingredients in American cuisine.

Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, tangy, smoky, and savory.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sauce chilled as a dip or drizzle over your favorite dishes.

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Taste: Salty, Creamy, Smoky, Tangy