Description
A festive appetizer featuring cream cheese mixed with antipasto ingredients, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup chopped antipasto vegetables (such as olives, peppers, and artichokes)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (like basil and parsley)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts for coating
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, antipasto vegetables, Parmesan cheese, and herbs until well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Shape the mixture into a log form on a piece of plastic wrap.
- Roll the log in chopped nuts if desired, then wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.
- Serve chilled with crackers or bread.
Notes
For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños to the mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Method: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 4g