1 cup sour cream
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup mayonnaise (do not use Miracle Whip)
1/2 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green or red bell pepper
2 cups cherry and pear tomatoes, cut into quarters
1 pound of bacon, cooked, drained and crumbled
1 cup finely shredded romaine lettuce
Directions:
In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, garlic powder and black pepper. Mix with a hand mixer on low speed until well mixed.
Fold in the onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and about 2/3 of the bacon crumbles. Mix well.
Use the remaining bacon crumbles and the lettuce for garnish.
Serve with assorted crackers, chips, and veggies for dipping.