Roasted Red Pepper & Basil Cream Cheese Log
This tasty roasted red pepper & basil cream cheese log is full of flavor and takes just a few minutes to throw together. It's perfect for a party appetizer!
Servings 8 servings
Calories 132kcal
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 8 large fresh basil leaves chopped
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1 clove garlic finely minced
- 6 oz roasted red peppers drained
- 1/2 tablespoon prepared pesto
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir cream cheese together with basil, cheese, salt, pepper and garlic. Press into a small plastic wrap lined tupperware container. Smooth the top and fold excess plastic wrap over the top. Refrigerate until firm, 2-3 hours or longer.
- To serve, remove cream cheese log from fridge and unwrap. Place onto serving platter.
- In a blender, blitz red pepper with pesto, salt and pepper until relatively smooth. Pour over cream cheese log and serve with crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 132kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 486mg | Potassium: 78mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 585IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 1mg