Description
A savory, elegant appetizer featuring a creamy cheese log studded with Mediterranean antipasto ingredients, rolled in a vibrant blend of fresh herbs for a burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained
- 1/3 cup finely chopped marinated artichoke hearts, drained
- 1/4 cup finely chopped Kalamata olives
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, and dill), finely chopped
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives, red onion, garlic, oregano, pepper, and salt. Mix until well blended.
- Place the mixture on a sheet of plastic wrap and shape it into a log about 8 inches long, wrapping it tightly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Spread the chopped fresh herbs on a clean surface or plate. Unwrap the chilled cheese log and roll it evenly in the herbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Transfer the herb-coated log to a serving platter. Serve immediately with crackers, sliced baguette, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.