Corn Bacon Cheddar (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

01 - 4 cups corn, any kind (fresh, canned, thawed frozen)
02 - 12 crispy bacon strips, minced
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar
04 - ¼ cup green onions, sliced up
05 - 1 jalapeño, chopped tiny
06 - ½ cup ranch, homemade or store-bought
07 - Juice from 1 lime
08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - Kosher salt, as much as you like
10 - Black pepper, freshly cracked, as needed

→ Make-Your-Own Ranch

11 - 1½ cups mayo
12 - ½ cup sour cream
13 - ⅓ cup whole milk
14 - ¼ cup buttermilk
15 - ¼ teaspoon onion powder
16 - 2 garlic cloves, chopped
17 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
18 - 1 teaspoon chopped dill
19 - Pinches of salt and black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Stick the bowl in the fridge for a half hour so flavors blend. When you're ready to eat, sprinkle on any fresh herbs you like.
02 - Drizzle about ½ cup of ranch on top, toss everything gently till it's covered. Splash in a little more if you like it extra creamy.
03 - Toss corn, bacon, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar, garlic powder, a squeeze of lime, salt, and pepper in a big bowl.
04 - Stir mayo, sour cream, milk, buttermilk, onion powder, garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper together until super smooth. Pop it in the fridge until needed.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Char your corn on the grill for an awesome smokiness.
02 - Dial up or down the jalapeño for spice, or use bell pepper instead for less heat.
03 - Perfect for BBQs, make-ahead meals, and get-togethers with friends.