Warm Artichoke & Bacon Dip Recipe - (4.5/5)

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 to 4 pita breads
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Butter, for greasing the baking dish
• 5 strips thick-cut bacon
• 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, optional
• 2 shallots, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (8 ounce) bag frozen artichokes, thawed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cups mascarpone cheese, 16 ounces
• 1/3 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, from 1 large lemon