Description
A savory and festive appetizer featuring a creamy cheese log filled with roasted red peppers, olives, and Italian seasonings. Drizzled with olive oil and topped with fresh parsley, this log is perfect for holiday gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup roasted red peppers, finely chopped and drained
- 1/3 cup green and black olives, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks for serving
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, roasted red peppers, olives, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated.
- Shape the Log: Transfer the mixture onto plastic wrap or parchment paper and shape it into a log shape using your hands or a spatula, ensuring it’s firm and even.
- Chill: Wrap the log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the log to hold its shape.
- Prepare to Serve: Once chilled, unwrap the log and place it on a serving platter.
- Garnish: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and if desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve: Serve with crackers, slices of baguette, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
- Enjoy: Enjoy this savory and festive appetizer!
Notes
- For an extra touch, you can add a little more garlic powder or seasonings to taste.
- To make this dish even more festive, you can decorate the log with additional fresh herbs or pomegranate seeds for color.
- This can be made a day in advance for a more convenient holiday prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes