A farmer’s market favorite with garden-fresh carrots, celery, garlic, onions and mild spices. Just add cream cheese. Also makes a delicious spread for wraps. Kosher. Original retail price $7.99
*Lighten it up: Use light cream cheese instead. Fat-free will not set up properly.
Suggestions
Roll prepared cheese ball in chopped parsley or pecans.
For a cold dip, combine 1 packet mix, ¾ cup sour cream and ¼ cup mayonnaise. Serve with tortilla chips and sliced veggies.
For a hot dip, combine mix, 8 oz. cream cheese and ½ cup shredded Swiss cheese. Heat in microwave at 30-second intervals until hot. Top with additional Swiss cheese to serve.