Best 10 Parmesan Caper And Basil Spread Recipes

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Are you searching for a creamy, savory spread that will tantalize your taste buds? Look no further than our collection of Parmesan, Caper, and Basil Spreads. These versatile recipes offer a delightful blend of flavors that will elevate any dish. From a classic Parmesan Basil Spread to a tangy Caper Butter, our recipes provide a range of options to suit your preferences. Whether you're preparing a quick appetizer or a gourmet dinner, these spreads will add a touch of elegance and sophistication to your culinary creations. Discover the perfect spread for your next gathering, and indulge in the delectable flavors of Parmesan, capers, and basil.


**Parmesan-Basil Spread:** This classic spread combines the nutty flavor of Parmesan cheese with the aromatic freshness of basil. Its creamy texture makes it perfect for spreading on crackers, crostini, or vegetables.
**Sun-Dried Tomato-Basil Spread:** This flavorful spread features a vibrant combination of sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan cheese. Its tangy and savory taste makes it an ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, sandwiches, or wraps.
**Caper-Butter Spread:** This unique spread combines the salty, briny flavor of capers with the richness of butter. Its creamy texture and tangy taste make it a delightful addition to seafood dishes, pasta, or grilled vegetables.

These recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your taste preferences. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and versatile spread that will impress your family and friends. Whether you're hosting a party or simply looking for a new culinary adventure, our Parmesan, Caper, and Basil Spreads are sure to delight your senses.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAMY BASIL DIP



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This simple creamy basil dip uses TONS of fresh basil. Made with light sour cream, mayo, garlic, and oregano. Delicious on anything!

Provided by Pinch of Yum

Categories     Dip

Time 12m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup light sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
½ cup shredded parmesan
½ cup fresh basil, chopped
crushed garlic to taste
pinch of oregano and salt

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients. Refrigerate for 2 hours or so to let the flavors come together.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Sugar 0.2 g, Sodium 301.1 mg, Fat 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.9 g, Cholesterol 15.8 mg

BASIL WALNUT SPREAD



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This spread is made with cream cheese, parmesan, basil leaves, and walnuts for a pesto-like flavor. Enjoy with crackers or toasted baguettes.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Appetizer     Snack     Condiment

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 leaves basil
3 cloves garlic
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (​softened)
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
dash of freshly ground black pepper
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup olive oil
Optional: 4 leaves basil (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • In ​a food processor , combine the basil and garlic. Process until finely chopped. Add cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, walnuts, olive oil, and a few turns of ground black pepper. Process until smooth.
  • Transfer spread mixture to a serving dish and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
  • Serve with assorted crackers or baguette rounds.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 19 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 145 mg, Fat 18 g, ServingSize 2 cups (16 servings), UnsaturatedFat 12 g

GARLICKY BASIL SPREAD



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This is so good!! Serve on crackers or on celery pieces, for an appy or as a condiment with meats, or make a toasted crostini of it, topped with parmesan cheese.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Spreads

Time 22m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 head garlic
1 (19 ounce) can white kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons white wine vinegar or 4 teaspoons cider vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • separate and peel cloves of garlic.
  • In saucepan of boiling water, blanch garlic for 1 minute, drain (or if preferred, roast garlic).
  • In food processor or blender or bowl, and using a fork, mash garlic, beans, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper until smooth.
  • Stir in basil.

BASIL PARMESAN BREAD



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The combination of basil, Parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes gives this hearty bread a flavor that will take you right to Tuscany! -Sherry Hulsman, Elkton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 50m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/2 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/2 cup warm 2% milk (110° to 115°)
3 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
5 to 6 cups bread flour
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
3 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, sugar, oil, salt and 4 cups flour. Beat on medium speed until smooth. Stir in cheese, tomatoes, basil, pepper sauce and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough (dough will be sticky)., Turn dough onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours., Punch down dough. Divide in half and shape into loaves. Place in two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover with kitchen towels; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375°., Bake until golden brown, 25-30 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 195mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BASIL SPREAD FOR SANDWICHES



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This basil spread is great on sandwiches instead of using plain mayo. The Wholefoods market I go to uses it on some of their sandwiches but I have not made it myself. The recipe comes from their "American Summer Style" recipe booklet. In the booklet it is used on their grilled veggie sandwich but I have had it on their salmon sandwich among many others and it is very good.

Provided by jennifer in new jer

Categories     Low Protein

Time 10m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 -3 large garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 1/4 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • mash garlic with salt.
  • blend with the mayo, lemon juice and basil.
  • chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.1, Fat 39.3, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 30.6, Sodium 1127, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 7.8, Protein 1.4

ROASTED WILD SALMON WITH TOMATOES, BASIL, AND CAPERS, PARMESAN-CRUSTED CAULIFLOWER, AND RICE



Roasted Wild Salmon with Tomatoes, Basil, and Capers, Parmesan-Crusted Cauliflower, and Rice image

Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Nonstick cooking spray
6 wild salmon fillets
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon and herb seasoning
4 cups cauliflower florets
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 cup chopped Roma (plum) tomatoes
1/4 cup slivered basil leaves
2 tablespoons drained capers
4 cups instant brown rice, cooked according to package directions

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Season salmon with salt and pepper. Brush lemon and herb seasoning all over both sides of salmon.
  • Place salmon on prepared baking sheet. Arrange cauliflower on another baking sheet, spray with cooking spray and sprinkle with Parmesan. Roast 15 minutes, until fish is fork tender and cauliflower is golden brown and tender.
  • In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, basil and capers. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Serve 4 of the salmon fillets with tomato mixture spooned over top. Serve half of the rice and all of the cauliflower with this meal. Reserve extra salmon fillets and extra rice for other meals.

PARMESAN, CAPER AND BASIL SPREAD



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A simple, rustic spread great on crackers, toast or fresh bread. All you need is a bowl and wooden spoon. Please refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavours to develop. Australian measurements used.

Provided by auntchelle

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/4 cups, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

250 g light cream cheese, softened
50 g finely grated parmesan cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, rinsed, dried & roughly chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Add cheeses to a bowl and blend well using a wooden spoon.
  • Add capers and basil. Mix together.
  • Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired.

BASIL PARMESAN DIP (COOKING LIGHT)



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This addictive dip is from the July '09 Cooking Light issue. I served this for dipping with pita chips and also with bread cubes. It makes a WONDERFUL sandwich spread - we put it on a turkey sandwich. The original recipe didn't call for the olive oil; I decided to add it since it only adds about 1 fat gram per 2 tablespoon serving. So you can certainly leave it out if you're watching fat grams.

Provided by appleydapply

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaf (don't use dried)
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese or 3/4 cup romano cheese
3/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
extra basil (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in food processor or blender and process until smooth.
  • Serve with pita chips, bagel crisps, or bread cubes. Or use instead of mayonnaise on a turkey sandwich.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.4, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 153, Carbohydrate 1.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 4.4

BASIL PARMESAN PASTA SAUCE



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"As a busy home health nurse, I'm committed to preparing meals that are quick and nutritious," shares Susan Houser of Anchorage, Alaska. "I came up with this rich and creamy sauce that is lower in fat than traditional white sauce. Dinner guests never believe it is made with fat-free milk."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 cups fat-free milk
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Hot cooked spaghetti or linguine

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute garlic in oil until tender. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until blended (mixture will be thick). Gradually add milk, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; gradually stir in Parmesan cheese and basil until cheese is melted. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts :

BASIL, PARMESAN AND CASHEW DIP



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I'm totally addicted to this dip. It's a copycat of the current dips that are quite expensive to buy in the delis. It's fantastic served with rice crackers or used in your cooking as a pesto sauce. It's fantastic on pasta, chicken or fish.

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Australian

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

250 g fresh basil (1 bunch, washed and dryed)
1/3 cup cashews (or substitute with toasted pine nuts)
1/2 garlic clove, crushed
1/3 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
1/3 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place the basil leaves, nuts, garlic and parmesan in a food processor. Process until finely chopped.
  • Slowly, in a thin stream, add the olive oil until well combined.
  • VARIATION: Use coriander, pine nuts and add some lime.

Tips:

  • For a creamier spread, use softened cream cheese instead of butter.
  • If you don't have capers, you can substitute finely chopped cornichons or pickles.
  • Add a tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs, such as basil, parsley, or chives, for extra flavor.
  • If you want a spread with a bit of a kick, add a teaspoon of Dijon mustard.
  • Serve the spread with crackers, bread, or vegetables for a simple and delicious appetizer or snack.

Conclusion:

Parmesan caper and basil spread is a versatile and flavorful spread that can be used as a dip, spread, or sandwich condiment. It's easy to make and can be customized to your taste. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, this spread is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.

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