Cream Cheese Spread
- SERVES
- 12 to 14
Cream cheese has always been a trusted partner in crime to bagels everywhere, but have you ever thought about making it into a spread? Adding different spices and a few extra ingredients to traditional cream cheese makes for a quick 'n' easy appetizer that is sure to please all taste buds!
What You'll Need
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 4 ounce (1 stick) butter or margarine, softened
- 2 tablespoon warm water
- 2 tablespoon instant minced onion
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dillweed
- Paprika or parsley for garnish, optional
What to Do
- Combine cream cheese, butter, water, minced onion, salt and dillweed; mix well.
- Place in a serving bowl and serve with crackers, cocktail bread or bread chunks. If you prefer a "fancy" spread, put a piece of plastic wrap in the bowl and then press the cream cheese mixture into the bowl.
- Refrigerate until it firms up then pop it onto a serving tray for a perfect mold. Sprinkle with paprika or chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Try alternating between dillweed, basil, oregano and chili powder for different taste treats, depending on your mood!