green goddess dip

3/4 cup mayonnaise

3/4 cup sour cream

2 medium cloves garlic, minced or pressed through a garlic press (about 2 tsp)

1/4 cup minced fresh parsley leaves

1/4 cup minced fresh chives

2 Tablespoons minced fresh tarragon leaves

1 Tablespoons juice from 1 lemon

1/8 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

1. Combine all the ingredients in a medium bowl and mix until smooth and creamy. 

2. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate until the flavors are blended, at least 40 minutes; serve cold. (The dip can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.)

3. Serve with fresh vegetables.

~Submitted by Joan S. ● yield: 1 1/2 cups   ● prep time: 10 min ● total time: 50 min source: editors at Cooks Illustrated Magazine