By: Co+op, stronger together
Recipe Information
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 large balls (20 servings)
Here’s the scenario: family and friends are on their way. You’re at the last minute and don’t have time to cook an appetizer. What do you do? Bring out an old holiday favorite, and pair it with some tasty crackers from the Co-op. Serve this with a fancy spreader or a plain old butter knife and wow your guests with a treat that looks as good as it tastes.
Ingredients
1 pound cream cheese, softened
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated
1/4 cup Asiago cheese, grated
2 tablespoons red bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation
In a food processor, blend cream cheese until slightly fluffy. Add cheddar, Asiago, and garlic, and pulse until lightly blended.
Scoop cheese mixture into a small bowl and add the bell pepper, chives, parsley, and salt and pepper. Mix well.
Refrigerate mixture until cold, then form into balls.
Roll in extra chives, parsley, or diced bell pepper and allow to come to room temperature before serving.