Dips & Spreads: Artichoke Feta Dip

In a food processor, combine 1 can artichoke hearts (drained and chopped), 8 ounces crumbled feta, ½ cup sour cream, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, 1 crushed garlic clove, juice of half a lemon, and a pinch of dried herbs of your choice. Puree until smooth. Taste for seasoning – add pepper and/or salt if desired.

Serve with raw veggies, pita chips, tortilla chips, or crackers. Garnish with a sprinkling of chopped, roasted red peppers if you like. Also delicious as a sandwich spread!

Wine Pairing: Check out the fresh, fruitiness of Austria’s famous white wine: Gruner Veltliner. It’s one of the best artichoke (and asparagus!) friendly wines around. This is also delicious with light red wines like Dolcetto.