The interminably long evenings were only made tolerable for me with plenty of Shirley Temples and the “relish tray” that landed ... and a cheese spread or dip of some sort.

⅓ cup chopped pickles or relish, ½ cup white onion ... beef to the bowl until everything is incorporated. Spread dip in a pie plate. Sprinkle over Everything Bagel Seasoning Trader Joe's ...

Skinner makes the cheese ball with bacon, cream cheese and cheddar cheese, as well as the party dip in house. Beets, deviled eggs, pickles and Ritz crackers may also arrive on the relish tray.