Saucy Summer Spreads

Recipes by Lifestyle Staff Photos by Topograph

Set the scene for your next backyard barbeque or block party! Pair dips and sauces with veggies or skewers to add a unique touch for your guests. Complete your summer spread with seasonal favorites like watermelon slices, stone fruit desserts and refreshing drinks. The antioxidant-rich artichoke takes it up a notch when you get out the grill, too. Pick your favorite artichoke dip (recipes on the next page) and add a little spice or tang to your classic barbeque spread.

Directions

1. Blend ingredients together in a bowl.

2. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Chipotle Aioli

… 1/2 cup mayo

… 1 tsp chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (seeds removed), finely chopped

… 1/2 tsp adobo sauce

… 1/2 tsp minced garlic

Agave Mustard

… 1/2 tsp kosher salt

… 1/4 cup mayo

… 1 tbsp yellow mustard

… 1 tbsp agave nectar/honey

… 2 tsp lemon juice

Peanut Sriracha

… 1/2 cup peanut butter

… 1 tsp soy sauce

… 2 tsp sriracha sauce

… 1 tbsp sugar

… 1 tsp white vinegar

… 1/2 cup warm water

Chive Caper

… 1/2 cup mayo

… 3 tbsp chopped chives

… 1 tbsp chopped capers …

2 tsp extra virgin olive oil …

1/2 tsp dijon mustard