Dill Pickle Dip

This unique appetizer was served at the Penn Cumberland Garden Club Herb Tea in May. Anyone who enjoys pickles would certainly like to nibble on this spread with flat pretzel crackers. It would also make a fun and different sandwich for afternoon tea, although you might need to adjust the recipe a bit so it is easy to spread.

Dill Pickle Dip

8 oz. package cream cheese, softened

1/3 c. diced red onion

1/4 c. dill pickle juice

2 tsp. finely chopped garlic

1 tsp. old bay seasoning

1 tsp. coarse ground black pepper

2 c. dill pickles, diced very small (reserve juice, see above)

In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, red onion, pickle juice, garlic, old bay seasoning, and pepper. Blend well. Add pickles and mix until fully combine. Serve with pretzel crackers. Will keep up to 3 days.