1 c  Cream Cheese; Softened

    1/4 c  Fresh Basil; Chopped, OR

      4 t  Dried Basil; Crushed

      1 c  Sour Cream

    1/4 c  Carrot; Shredded

    1/4 c  Purple Onion; Chopped

    1/4 t  Salt

    1/4 t  Black Pepper

  Beat the cream cheese to a smooth consistency, gradually adding the basil.
  Blend in the sour cream and add the remaining ingredients, blending well.
  Cover and chill.
  Makes about 2 1/2 cups of dip.
  SUGGESTED DIPPERS:  Unsalted Potato Chips, Water Crackers, Green Bell
  Peppers, Mushrooms, Brussels Sprouts, Fennel, Smoked Deli Meats