Appie Party #4

The Dips ...

Tzatziki ... is the same as on  http://boiledfrog-frogtales.blogspot.com/2011/09/vampires-beware.html

Chipotle Ranch - I just used a basic packaged ranch dip mix in sour cream and added a couple of tablespoons of chipotle adobo sauce.

Hummus & Spinach/Artichoke Dips were just purchased.

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