Spicy and Creamy Peppercorn Dressing

From The New Americana Cookbook. The peppercorn flavor is very pronounced in this recipe. Sometimes I substitute mixed peppercorn for the black peppercorn.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 12
• Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1  cup sour cream (or 1/2 cup sour cream and 1/2 cup butterrmilk)
• 1 -2  tablespoon parmesan cheese
• 1  small garlic clove, minced
• 1  tablespoon peppercorn, freshly ground
•  salt, to taste

Directions

1. Cut the cream cheese up into small pieces and add it along with the other ingredients to blender.
2. Process until smooth. Season to taste and add salt if necessary. (The parmesan should add enough salt.)
3. Chill until ready to serve. Best made 1 hour in advance.