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Sun Dried Tomato Herb Dip

Take your snacking to the next level with this creamy and flavor-packed dip!

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Indulge yourself with this delectable sun-dried tomato herb dip. Infused with ultra-flavorful tomatoes and fresh herbs, this dip helps you take midday veggie-munching to a new level. Perfect when paired with celery sticks, carrots, sliced tomatoes, and crackers or bread, this colorful dip entices everyone in your home to enjoy a wholesome, nutritious snack. Easy to pack and take with you to work, this dip is also great for keeping you satiated throughout your daily grind.

This dip doubles as a refreshing way to liven up baked fish or chicken. Surprise and delight your family by heating the dip slightly, then dropping a dollop of it over each main dish portion right before serving!

Serves 4 - 6

20 minutes active; 1 hour inactive

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Ingredients
  • 9  sun-dried tomatoes, halved and drained of excess oil
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves for garnishing
Preparation
  1. Place sun-dried tomato halves in medium-sized saucepan, and cover with water. Simmer over medium-low heat for approximately five minutes, or until water evaporates.
  2. Add sun-dried tomatoes to a food processor or blender along with all other ingredients, and process until smooth.
  3. Refrigerate for one hour or until chilled. Garnish with additional chopped sun-dried tomatoes and parsley if desired, and serve with bread, crackers, or veggie sticks.

Recipe adapted from Betty Crocker