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WHIPPED PESTO CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Smear this whipped pesto cream cheese spread on a bagel or tortilla and layer it with all of your favorite sandwich toppings. Or just eat it straight with your favorite crackers! 51 calories and 2 Weight Watcher SP

Provided by Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Categories     Sauces/Condiments

Time 7m

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 ounces Neufchatel cheese (or 1/3 less fat cream cheese) (room temperature)
2 tablespoons basil pesto
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place the Neufchatel cheese in a large glass bowl. Using a hand mixer, whip the cheese until it is light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add the pesto and salt, and whip until combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Tablespoon, Calories 50.6 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, Fat 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Cholesterol 11.4 mg, Sodium 102 mg, Fiber 0.2 g, Sugar 0.5 g

PESTO CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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$.24 per serving

Provided by Annemarie Rossi

Categories     Side Dish

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups basil (loosely packed)
1 cup walnuts
1 clove garlic
2 tbs olive oil
1 tbs freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
1/4 tsp salt
4 tbs cream cheese ((or yogurt reduced to the consistency of cream cheese))
2 tbs pesto mixture

Steps:

  • Combine all the pesto ingredients in a food process and mix until well combined.
  • Mix 2 tablespoons of pesto with 4 tablespoons of cream cheese. (You'll have leftover pesto for another time.)
  • Spread on crackers or bread, or toss with warm pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 34 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 284 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

PESTO CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a terrific appetizer to serve when hosting an Italian-theme-meal. People may be a little hesitant to try it, but once they dip in, they won't be able to stop! -Cynthia Emshoff, Sarasota, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield about 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 cup finely chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons olive oil
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Line a 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan with plastic wrap. In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and garlic powder until blended; set aside. In another small bowl, combine the Parmesan cheese, butter, parsley, garlic, basil and marjoram until blended. Stir in walnuts. Gradually stir in oil., Spread about 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture in prepared pan. Carefully spread with a third of the Parmesan mixture. Repeat layers twice. Top with remaining cream cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 5 hours. Unmold; serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

PESTO HERB SPREAD



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This is a yummy, creamy version of standard pesto that makes a great spread for get togethers. Tastes great with pita chips or sourdough bread! Sun dried tomatoes may be mixed in for a zesty tang. Add crunch by coating the finished spread with almonds.

Provided by veggigoddess

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cream Cheese Spreads Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
3 tablespoons pesto
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese and pesto in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Mix in the chives and cilantro. Continue blending until smooth. Transfer to a mold lined with plastic wrap. Cover and chill in the refrigerator 1 hour, or until firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 84.4 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

LAYERED PESTO CHEESE SPREAD



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Guests won't be able to pass up this unique spread. In fact, the pesto and cheese combination will have them coming back for more! -Denise Hruz, Germantown, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 jar (3-1/2 ounces) prepared pesto
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
Assorted crackers or baked pita chips

Steps:

  • Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap; set aside. , In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. In another bowl, combine pesto and Parmesan cheese. Layer half of the cream cheese mixture, pesto mixture and sun-dried tomatoes in prepared bowl. Repeat layers. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Unmold onto a serving plate. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 129mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PESTO-CREAM CHEESE TERRINE (SPREAD)



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Plan ahead this must be chilled for a minimum of 12-24 hours before removing from the pan and serving, this is an amazing spread to serve at a get together with crackers. Make certain to overlap the plastic wrap in the loaf pan to allow easy removal of the spread. This loaf can be made omitting the provolone cheese slices if desired and made in a 8 x 4-inch loaf pan and line the bottom of the pan with pine nuts. Servings is only estimated.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Spreads

Time 12h

Yield 10-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 slices provolone cheese
1 (8 ounce) package shredded mozzarella cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (very soft)
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese (very soft)
1 (8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil (drained)
1 (7 1/2 ounce) jar pesto sauce, in olive oil
1/4 cup Hellmann's mayonnaise
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
Tabasco sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Line the bottom of a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, but allow about 6 inches to hang over the edges of the pan for easy removal.
  • Coat the plastic wrap with cooking spray.
  • Line the bottom and sides of the pan with the provolone cheese slices (cutting to fit if necessary).
  • Process the mozzarella cheese with all remaining ingredients in a processor until smooth.
  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing down with back of the spoon to pack down the mixture.
  • Fold the excess overhang of plastic wrap over the mixture.
  • Chill for minimum 12 hours.
  • Invert chilled loaf onto a serving dish and discard the plastic wrap.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.8, Fat 29.4, SaturatedFat 15.8, Cholesterol 75.3, Sodium 549.3, Carbohydrate 8.7, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 0.8, Protein 14.4

PESTO CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a wonderful spread to take to a finger food fellowship or potluck. Serve with veggies or crackers. Prep time does not include set up time in refrigerator

Provided by Chef Buggsy Mate

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Yield 1 1/2 cup, 20-25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup pesto sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil
assorted cracker
raw vegetables

Steps:

  • Line a 5-3/4x3" loaf pan with plastic wrap.
  • In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and garlic powder until well blended; set aside.
  • In a bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, butter and pesto sauce until blended.
  • Gradually stir in olive oil.
  • Spread about 1/4 cup cream cheese mixture into prepared pan.
  • Carefully spread with 1/3 pesto mixture.
  • Repeat layers twice.
  • Top with remaining cream cheese mixture.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 5 hours.
  • Un-mold; serve with crackers and veggies.
  • NOTE: to get nice layers refrigerate first cream cheese layer until firm then top with even layer of pesto mix. Refrigerate after each layer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 8.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 18.5, Sodium 71.3, Carbohydrate 0.4, Protein 1.5

PESTO GOAT CHEESE SPREAD



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This is a popular spread around our house, but we're big fans of goat cheese, and of course, we love pesto!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups, 48 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces goat cheese, softened
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 (7 ounce) jar basil pesto, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients together until smooth.
  • Chill before using.
  • Serve with crackers, if desired.

PESTO-PEPPER CHEESE SPREAD



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I get tons of recipe requests whenever I bring this zippy spread to a party. Use convenient store-bought pesto or your favorite homemade version. -Lara Pennell, Mauldin, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 cups crumbled goat cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
1/3 cup chopped roasted sweet red peppers
Assorted crackers or sliced French bread baguette

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, goat cheese, oil, thyme and garlic., Line a 1-qt. bowl with plastic wrap. Place a third of the cheese mixture in bowl; top with pesto, half of the remaining cheese mixture, the peppers and remaining cheese mixture. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours., Invert cheese mixture onto a serving plate; discard plastic wrap. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 264mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

WARM BASIL PESTO SPREAD



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Enjoy flavorful basil pesto, fresh plum tomatoes and warm, melty cheese in this Warm Basil-Pesto Spread. Warm Basil-Pesto Spread is easy to make on the grill, fun to eat and thanks to aluminum foil, clean up is a breeze.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 6 crackers each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese
1/4 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
1 plum tomato, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend
woven wheat crackers

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium heat.
  • Place unwrapped Neufchatel on 8-inch square sheet of heavy-duty foil; top with next 3 ingredients. Place foil on grill grate; cover with lid.
  • Grill 8 to 10 min. or until shredded cheese is melted and Neufchatel is softened, but still holding its shape.
  • Transfer foil to platter. Serve cheese spread with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 300 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

PESTO CREAM CHEESE DIP



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Make and share this Pesto Cream Cheese Dip recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nvermd

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (8 ounce) container philadelphia soft cream cheese spread
1/3 cup prepared pesto sauce
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped pitted ripe olives
1 tablespoon diced pimento

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, pesto and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add olives and pimento.
  • Refrigerate at least one hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4, Fat 5.7, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 17.7, Sodium 146.2, Carbohydrate 0.8, Sugar 0.7, Protein 1.7

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