Holiday Antipasto Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cheese Mix
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8 oz softened cream cheese
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan
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1/3 cup mixed black and green olives (chopped)
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper
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1/2 cup roasted red peppers (drained and diced)
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp dried Italian spices
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1/4 cup marinated artichokes (chopped small)
→ To Coat and Top
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Fresh rosemary sprigs for decoration
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1/2 cup parsley (minced for the outside)
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Fresh cranberries for a festive touch
→ Optional Sides
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Veggie sticks
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Crackers (variety)
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Sliced and toasted baguette
# Instructions:
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Take a medium-sized bowl and mix together the softened cream cheese, Parmesan, diced artichokes, roasted peppers, chopped olives, garlic powder, Italian herbs, and black pepper. Blend until everything's combined and smooth.
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Lay a large piece of plastic wrap on your countertop. Spoon the cheese mixture onto it and work it into a log shape by folding and rolling. Wrap the plastic tightly around the log and chill in the fridge for about 2 hours or until it's firm enough to handle.
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Once the cheese log has set, spread the chopped parsley evenly on a plate. Take the log out of the fridge, unwrap it, and roll it in the parsley. Press gently to ensure the parsley sticks all over.
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Place the parsley-covered log on a serving tray. Arrange some rosemary sprigs and a handful of cranberries around it to make it look extra festive!
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Set out your coated cheese log with a mix of crackers, toasted baguette pieces, or crunchy veggie sticks for dipping. Enjoy!
# Notes:
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Loaded with Mediterranean ingredients, this festive cream cheese log makes a tasty and fancy-looking appetizer!
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You can prep this ahead and keep it wrapped in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just coat it with parsley when you're ready to serve!
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For a twist, try swapping parsley for crushed nuts or even dried herbs as the coating.
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Not into logs? Roll the mixture into a ball shape instead for a holiday cheese ball vibe!