MAKES 2 CUPS

From Ina Garten's 'The Barefoot Contessa'. Here is the most popular dip we make at Barefoot Contessa. Reminiscent of Russian dressing, it is updated with the intense flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh scallions. This takes virtually a minute to make and can be served with crackers, chips, and fresh vegetables.

1/4 CUP sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (8 tomatoes)
8 OUNCES cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 CUP sour cream
1/2 CUP good mayonnaise
10 DASHES Tabasco sauce
1 TEASPOON kosher salt
3/4 TEASPOON freshly ground black pepper
2 scallions, thinly sliced (white and green parts)

Puree the tomatoes, cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, Tabasco sauce, salt, and pepper in a food processor fitted with a metal blade. Add the scallions and pulse twice. Serve at room temperature.