Herb Cream Sauce

Herb Cream Sauce

by Sandi

Fresh Herb Cream Sauce

This creamy herb sauce comes together in just 10 minutes and is delicious as a vegetable dip, taco topping, sandwich spread, or sauce for grilled chicken, fish, and roasted vegetables. Fresh herbs and tomatillo salsa give it a bright, fresh flavor.

Fresh herb cream sauce

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Makes: About 2 cups (4-8 servings)

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 tablespoon sour cream
  • 1 (7 oz.) can tomatillo salsa (or salsa verde)
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 cup loosely packed fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil, or a combination)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Directions

  1. Place the softened cream cheese, sour cream, tomatillo salsa, pepper, celery salt, cumin, garlic powder, fresh herbs, and lime juice into a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and adjust the seasoning if desired.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors blend.
  5. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Kid Helper Jobs

  • Measure ingredients.
  • Add ingredients to the blender.
  • Tear fresh herbs.
  • Taste and help choose extra seasonings.

Serving Ideas

  • Serve as a vegetable dip.
  • Spread on sandwiches or wraps.
  • Spoon over tacos or burritos.
  • Top grilled chicken, fish, or shrimp.
  • Use as a baked potato topping.
Variation: Use cilantro for a Mexican-inspired sauce, basil for an Italian twist, or parsley and chives for a classic herb dip.

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