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Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log

Creamy Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log Delight

This Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log is a delightful appetizer that combines creamy goodness and crunch, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use high-quality, full-fat for optimal creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Red Peppers Opt for oil-packed for depth of flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Briny kick; green or kalamata olives can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Oil-packed for enhanced taste.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Includes parsley, basil, or chives.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute fresh garlic if preferred.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes Adjust according to spice preference.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Toasted Nuts Use walnuts or pecans; almonds or pistachios are alternatives.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for seasoning.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Gather all the ingredients: cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, toasted nuts, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, roasted red peppers, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs. Add garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix until thoroughly blended.
  3. Shape the mixture into a log using plastic wrap, smoothing the sides and ends.
  4. Refrigerate the log for at least one hour to allow it to firm up and flavors to meld.
  5. Once chilled, unwrap the log and roll it in chopped toasted nuts for coating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with an assortment of crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks for a delightful appetizer.

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