Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log

Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log

 

Introduction

The Festive Holiday Antipasto Cream Cheese Log is a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for your seasonal gatherings. This dish combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with the tangy and savory flavors of antipasto ingredients like olives, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, and herbs. Shaped into a festive log and topped with colorful garnishes, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve with crackers or crusty bread for an irresistible starter that sets the tone for a celebratory feast.

Ingredients

For the Log:

• 16 oz (450 g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
• ½ cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped
• ½ cup black or green olives, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Topping and Garnish:

• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• ¼ cup black or green olives, sliced
• 2 tbsp roasted red peppers, diced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped
• ¼ cup chopped pistachios (optional, for a festive green touch)
• Crackers or baguette slices, for serving

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