Avocado-Basil Cream

Ingredients

• 1 ripe Hass avocado, halved and pitted
• 15 large fresh basil leaves
• 1 garlic clove, peeled
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

Scoop flesh of avocado into a blender or food processor. Add basil, garlic, sour cream and lemon juice; process until smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and chill until ready to serve. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

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