652 dip recipes

Irish fadge is a traditional potato bread made from mashed potatoes, egg, butter, and herbs, then fried in bacon fat until golden and crusty on both sides. Simple, hearty, and satisfying.

Homemade red enchilada sauce from whole dried chile pods, garlic, oregano, and cumin, thickened with a bacon drippings roux. Rich, smoky, and leagues ahead of anything from a can.

Pennsylvania-style kettle roast with rump beef seared in bacon drippings, then braised low and slow with ginger, cloves, bay leaves, and onion. Fork-tender after a long simmer.

Overnight French toast fried in bacon grease for crispy, custardy slices with a smoky edge. Thick-cut bread soaked overnight for deep-custard interiors, dusted with powdered sugar and maple syrup.

Irish kidney soup, a slow-simmered offal classic with veal or beef kidney, beef stock, sherry, and bouquet garni. The pub-style soup of old Ireland.

British pork belly and pig's kidney casserole slow-braised with celery, onion, orange zest, and rosemary, then chilled overnight for depth. Old-school nose-to-tail comfort food from the English kitchen.

Braised red cabbage with tart apples, red wine, brown sugar, vinegar, and caraway seeds cooked in bacon drippings. A classic German side, good hot or cold.

Cheesy, moist and packed with flavors. This Mexican cornbread casserole is a delicious one-dish meal or can be a side dish served with a main course.

Rustic skillet hash with leftover roast beef or venison, chunky potatoes, and onions browned in bacon drippings, then simmered in beefy gravy with a touch of chili powder.

Chicken saute Creole style with sieved tomatoes, green peppers, onions, garlic, and basil. Flour-dredged and browned, then simmered until fork-tender in a rich tomato sauce.

Ground beef and rice casserole sautéed in bacon drippings with tomato juice, stuffed olives, and paprika, topped with bubbly melted cheddar. Weeknight comfort food.

These scrumptious treats are made with whole wheat flour and a bit of garlic powder.

A simple and delicious dish that is perfect to make when your family's tired of the same old dry turkey.

Kettle goulash slow-simmers beef stew cubes with Hungarian paprika, five onions, green peppers, and tomato paste in the oven. Topped with sour cream.

Frijoles borrachos, drunken pinto beans simmered low and slow in beer and water with bacon drippings, onion, garlic, fresh and pickled jalapenos, and chili powder. Mexican border country comfort food.

Homemade Nuts and Bolts party mix with almonds, three cereals, pretzels, and cheese crackers baked in a Worcestershire-bacon dripping sauce. Makes 5 quarts for a crowd.