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Festive Italian Cheese Log Delight Recipe

Festive Italian Cheese Log Delight Recipe for Holiday Cheers

Enjoy the Festive Italian Cheese Log Delight - a savory and creamy appetizer perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Log
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Basil finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder ensure fresh
For Optional Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts or cranberries for texture

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Sharp knife
  • platter

Method
 

How to Make Festive Italian Cheese Log Delight
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Gather and measure all necessary ingredients, including softened cream cheese, grated Parmesan, fresh herbs, and garlic powder.
  2. Mix Base: In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and freshly grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Fold in the finely chopped herbs and garlic powder.
  3. Shape Log: Transfer the cheese mixture onto plastic wrap and shape it into a log about 10 inches long.
  4. Chill: Wrap the cheese log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Serve: Once chilled, slice into half-inch thick rounds and serve on a platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Drizzle balsamic glaze over the log for extra flavor. Can be prepared a day in advance for better flavor melding.

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