BASIL PARMESAN SPREAD (RED, WHITE, AND GREEN CHRISTMAS APPETIZER)

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Colorful appetizer spread for Christmas or holiday parties. Serve with assorted crackers and/or bread.

Provided by bricallahan

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Spinach Dip Recipes

Time 9h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup loosely packed, coarsely chopped fresh spinach
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon chopped garlic
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1 (4 ounce) log Montrachet goat cheese, at room temperature
¼ cup finely chopped walnuts
¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a 4-inch overhang.
  • Combine spinach, basil, and garlic in a food processor and chop finely. Add Parmesan cheese and process until almost smooth. Keep processor running while pouring in oil; process until a smooth paste forms. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix cream cheese and goat cheese together in a bowl.
  • Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture in the bottom of the prepared bowl. Spread 1/2 of the spinach mixture on top. Top with 1/2 of the walnuts. Add 1/2 of the sun-dried tomatoes. Repeat with remaining cheese mixture, spinach mixture, walnuts, and tomatoes, ending with cheese mixture. Fold plastic overhang on top and gently push down to compress layers.
  • Refrigerate for 8 hours, or up to 3 days. Unfold plastic top and invert bowl onto a serving plate. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.3 g, Cholesterol 50.8 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 342.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

kam uchiha
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This is the best basil Parmesan spread I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Johanna Fermin
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I love that this spread can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain guests.


Aibangbee Rachael
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This spread is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


manel dina
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I'm not a big fan of mayonnaise, but this spread is so good that I don't even notice it.


Sufyan Hafeez
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This spread is a great way to use up leftover basil. I always have a bunch of basil left over after I make pesto.


Malak Mostafa
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This spread is so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic.


Sadeepa Lakmini
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I love how festive this spread looks. It's perfect for a Christmas party.


Preston
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This is a great recipe for a last-minute appetizer. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


billis 165
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I made this spread for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


mdanuyar husen
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This spread is so versatile! I've used it as a dip for vegetables, a spread for sandwiches, and even a topping for pizza.


Neima Mansaray
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I'm not a big fan of basil, but I really enjoyed this spread. The Parmesan cheese and garlic mellow out the basil flavor.


Elvira Garoes
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. I love that it can be made ahead of time and served cold.


Spence Bod
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I made this spread for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


tony willetts
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This Basil Parmesan Spread was a hit at our Christmas party! It's so easy to make and so delicious. I love the combination of fresh basil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. I served it with crackers and vegetables, and everyone loved it.