HERB & ROASTED PEPPER CHEESECAKE

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Roasted red peppers and fresh herbs basil, chive and thyme add notes of sweetness, licorice and a hint of peppery finish in ways that will surprise you. Add a drizzle of oil just before serving, and pass the pita chips. -Laura Julian, Amanda, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups roasted sweet red peppers, drained and finely chopped
3/4 cup minced fresh basil
1/3 cup minced fresh chives
3 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Roasted sweet red pepper strips and additional minced chives, optional
Baked pita chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., Place cream cheese, ricotta cheese, salt and pepper in a food processor; cover and process until smooth. Add eggs; pulse just until combined. Add red peppers, herbs, bacon and garlic; cover and pulse just until blended. Pour filling into prepared pan. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of boiling water to larger pan., Bake 35-45 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack 10 minutes; loosen edges from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Remove rim from pan. Just before serving, drizzle cheesecake with oil; top with red pepper strips and chives if desired. Serve with pita chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 333mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Kashi Gurung
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I'm not a fan of cheesecake, but this one was actually pretty good. The roasted peppers added a nice flavor.


STEVE PETERMAN
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This cheesecake was a disappointment. It was too dense and not very flavorful.


Divya Smith
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This cheesecake is a bit too rich for my taste, but it was still very good. I would recommend it for a special occasion.


Ngesto Mage
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I'm not a big fan of goat cheese, but I really enjoyed this cheesecake. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


ervross1
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I love the combination of flavors in this cheesecake. The roasted peppers add a nice smoky flavor, and the goat cheese gives it a tangy kick.


opu opu
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This cheesecake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Valerie Stevens
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I've never made cheesecake before, but this recipe made it easy. The cheesecake was delicious!


Samwely Lukas
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This cheesecake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Tuan Lam
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out very well. It was too dense and not very flavorful.


Jay Sims
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this cheesecake again and again.


Ahmedhashmi Hashmi
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This cheesecake was beautiful and delicious! I'm so glad I tried it.


Umar Maghanhar
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I'm not a fan of goat cheese, so I substituted cream cheese instead. The cheesecake was still very good.


Shah ji Mobile
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This cheesecake was a little too tangy for my taste, but my friends seemed to enjoy it.


Hamza Afzaal
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The roasted peppers added a nice smoky flavor to the cheesecake. I would definitely make this again.


Servando Acevedo
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This was my first time making cheesecake, and it turned out amazing! The instructions were easy to follow, and the cheesecake was creamy and delicious.


M24 AKM
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect.


Sphakamiso Dlamini
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This cheesecake was a hit at my dinner party! The roasted peppers added a unique and delicious flavor, and the goat cheese gave it a tangy kick. The crust was also perfect - crispy and buttery.