When it comes to party food, chips, pretzels and dip are essential. Whether you like potato chips or tortilla chips, guacamole or Ranch dip – that age old combination of dip and chips are a universal crowd pleaser. And right now, Dean’s® Dip is running a fun sweepstakes called the Dean’s Dipstakes™ Sweepstakes –- it combines the elements of fantasy football with the various flavors of chips and dip, such as French Onion (my favorite!) or Honey Mustard pretzel dip –- vote for your favorites, and you’ll be entered to win prizes like football memorabilia, tailgating party supplies and sports gear.

Even better, this February 2010 there will be a grand prize drawing for a home entertainment system! You don’t have to buy Dean’s Dip to participate, just head to Deans Dipstakes Facebook page and click the big image saying “PLAY NOW!” You’ll be sent to a game page where you can pick your chip or dip of choice and submit your predictions for the weekly football games. It’s really easy and you can play as much as you want.

Here’s a recipe from www.deansdip.com to enjoy the next time you watch football or any day of the week!

Ranch, Cheese and Bacon Dip

* Prep Time: 5 minutes
* Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients:

* 1 (16-ounce) container Dean’s Ranch Dip
* 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
* 1/4 cup crisp-cooked, crumbled bacon or bacon bits
* Choice of tortilla chips, snack crackers, bagel chips, pita chips, pretzels or fresh vegetables for dipping

Directions:

Combine Dean’s Ranch Dip with cheese and bacon; mix well. Serve with choice of dippers.