From Perfect Recipes for Having People Over by Pam Anderson

Makes about one cup.

• 2 medium garlic cloves
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 1/4 cups pimiento-stuffed green olives, drained

Process garlic, parsley, thyme, and zest in a food processor until finely minced.  Add lemon juice, olive oil, and olives and pulse until olives are evenly chopped but not a paste.  Transfer to serving bowl or a storage container.

May be stored in an airtight plastic container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

From Perfect Recipes for Having People Over by Pam Anderson

Makes a generous cup.

• 1/2 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese

Place sun-dried tomatoes in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.  Add basil and pulse until finely chopped.  Add cream cheese and process until well mixed.  Transfer to serving bowl or a storage container.

May be stored in an airtight plastic container in the refrigerator for up to one week.