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GARLIC AND HERB CREAM CHEESE

Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese

This garlic and herb cream cheese is perfect for spreading on bagels, crackers, or sandwiches. It's rich, creamy, and full of flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 226 g cream cheese softened
  • 113 g butter softened
  • 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 0.25 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.25 tsp dried dill
  • 0.25 tsp dried basil
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Mix everything thoroughly in a bowl until smooth and the herbs are evenly distributed.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
  3. Serve on bagels, crackers or sandwiches. For easy spreading, let a small serving soften briefly; keep the rest refrigerated.

Notes

This cream cheese can be kept in the refrigerator for up to a week. It's great as a spread, but also try using it as a dip or a filling for savory pastries.