Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      sprigs        fresh parsley
   1      sprig         fresh dill
  10                    fresh blades of chives
   3                    peppercorns
   1      cup           diced cooked shrimp
   1      cup           sour cream
     1/4  cup           dry sherry
     3/4  teaspoon      salt
     1/2  teaspoon      paprika

Preparation:

In covered blender jar, blend herbs at low speed until coarsely chopped; add peppercorns; blend until coarsely ground. Add remaining ingredients; blend until smooth. Chill. Garnish with additional coarsely cut chives. Serve with raw vegetable spears or shrimp. Makes about 1 3/4 cup.