The Garden & Saucier
World Famous Farmers Market Dip with Seasoned Crackers
The Strategy:
Baking buttered crackers with a blend of savory seasonings creates the ultimate crispy companion to this creamy, veggie-packed dip. Pulsing fresh garden vegetables and herbs with cream cheese and sour cream makes for a spread that is incredibly fresh and vibrant. A splash of hot sauce adds just the right amount of zip to keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Crackers
- 1 sleeve soda crackers, about 3 dozen
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted, ½ stick
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano flakes
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Dip
- ½ red bell pepper, seeded and diced, about ½ cup
- 1 small carrot, peeled, trimmed and diced, about ¼ cup
- ½ small red onion, peeled and diced, about ¼ cup
- 1 celery rib, diced, about 2 tablespoons
- 2 green onions, diced, about 2 tablespoons
- 2 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced, about 1 tablespoon
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce
Instructions
Dip
- Preheat the oven to 350°. Lay the crackers on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Brush the crackers with butter.
- Mix together oregano, garlic and onion powder, poppy and sesame seeds in a small bowl.
- Sprinkle the seasoning over the crackers.
- Bake until the crackers are golden, about 4 to 5 minutes.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Place the veggies, herbs, cream cheese, and sour cream into the bowl of a food processor.
- Pulse to combine.
- Season with salt, pepper, and as much hot sauce as you prefer.
- Spoon the dip into a bowl and serve alongside the seasoned crackers.
The Heart of the Table
This dip is the star of any gathering, offering a crunchy, creamy, and herb-filled bite that instantly makes people feel welcome. Set out in a cozy corner, it acts as a friendly invitation to gather around, dip, and chat in a relaxed, carefree setting.
The Art of the Host
- a hand-cut glass mixing pitcher with a diamond-cut pattern
- a sleek, solid brass Japanese double jigger with inner measurement lines
- a seamless, high-heat resistant silicone spatula in a soft slate grey
- unbleached, pre-cut parchment paper sheets for clean releases
- a teardrop weighted stainless steel bar spoon with a twisted stem
Neighborly Grace
- THE PRESENTATION: Spoon the dip into a hand-thrown ceramic bowl and place it on a large slate platter surrounded by the warm, seasoned crackers.
- THE POUR: A crisp Sauvignon Blanc with grassy notes, or a chilled sparkling water infused with fresh cucumber and lime wheels.
- THE VIBE: Sun-Drenched Deck. The sound of soft music and gentle laughter sets a laid-back afternoon mood as guests enjoy the fresh, crunchy snack.