UP IN SMOKE SALMON DIP

Yields 8 servings

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • ⅓ c sour cream (or Greek yogurt)

  • 2 Tbsp mayonnaise

  • 2 Tbsp Chauncey’s Smoked Paprika Garlic

  • 1 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice

  • ½ tsp lemon zest

  • 6 oz smoked salmon

  • 1 tsp capers, drained & chopped

  • 2 Tbsp fresh dill

  • 2 Tbsp chives, chopped

  • Pinch of salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Combine:

  • Put cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Smoked Paprika Garlic into the bowl of a mixer or food processor. Pulse to gently combine.

2. Add remaining:

  • Add smoked salmon, capers, dill, and chive. Mix or pulse on low-medium speed scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary to ensure even mixing.

3. Season & Serve:

  • Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the shrimp for a fresh finish. Squeeze juice of 1-2 lime wedges over the shrimp before serving.

  • Serve with cocktail sauce or aioli for dipping.

Pair with: Chardonnay, or a light Pinot Noir