This classic dip makes any occasion feel like Summer and is delicious on any kind of chip or cracker.

Bacon Bits, Basil Ground, Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, Garlic Powder Granulated, Shallots Freeze Dried

1 8 ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1 6 1/2 ounce can minced clams, drained, liquid reserved
2 tablespoons dehydrated shallots
2 tablespoons bacon bits
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Place the cream cheese in a bowl and using a fork, mash well, add the clams and mash again.  Add 3 - 4 tablespoons reserved clam juice and the remaining ingredients and mash until everything is well incorporated.

Transfer to a serving bowl and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate up to overnight.

Yield: 1 1/2 cups
Level of Difficulty: 2
Time: 10 minutes