Layered Basil Cheese Spread

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Prep: 20 min
Ready In: 4 hr 20 min

“A pleasant blend of fresh basil and Parmesan cheese separates layers of cream cheese and tomato in this party-perfect appetizer.” - by Town House

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) tubs whipped cream cheese
1 medium tomato, seeded and finely chopped
1 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
3/4 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup firmly packed fresh parsley leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts or slivered almonds*
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
28 KEEBLER® TOWN HOUSE TOPPERS® Original Crackers or KEEBLER® TOWN HOUSE® Original Crackers

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Directions

Line 3 1/2-to 4-cup bowl or mold with plastic wrap, allowing excess wrap to extend over sides. Set aside.
In medium bowl gently stir together cream cheese and tomato. Set aside.
In food processor bowl combine basil, Parmesan cheese, parsley, pine nuts and garlic. Cover and process until very finely chopped. With food processor running, slowly add oil through feed tube. Process until mixture is consistency of soft butter.
Spread one-third of cream cheese mixture in prepared bowl. Top with one-half of basil mixture. Repeat layers. Spread remaining cheese mixture on top. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
On serving plate invert bowl. Remove plastic wrap. Garnish with tomato and fresh basil, if desired. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (28 total)

Calories
99 cal
5%

Fat
8.2 g
13%

Carbs
4.4 g
1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Reviews (1)

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leezzzz

Jul. 22, 2010

"Took this to work today for the staff. They RAVED about it - beautiful presentation, great taste! Used whole almonds and fresh basil and parsley from the garden. If using a food processor, no need to ..." See morechop garlic or sliver almonds in advance. Quick, easy, a definite keeper! Will surely make it again. Great for give away!"

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