Slow Cooker Bacon Cheeseburger Dip

8 slices bacon

1/2 lb lean (at least 85%) ground beef

1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed

1 package (8 oz) shredded American-Cheddar cheese blend (2 cups)

1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

2 medium red bell peppers, cut into bite-size strips

1 package (5.25 oz) mini bagel chips

1. In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon; reserve 2 tablespoons bacon for garnish.

2.In same skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Reduce heat to low. Stir in cream cheese, shredded cheese, tomatoes and crumbled bacon until well mixed and cheese starts to melt.

3.Pour mixture into 1- to 1 1/2-quart slow cooker. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 2 to 3 hours or until hot and bubbly.

4.Stir parsley into dip. Sprinkle with reserved bacon for garnish. Keep on Low heat setting 

From Pillsbury