yummy and very easy. especially nice since you can make it ahead of time!
Creamy Olive Spread
Yield: Makes about 2 3/4 cups
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Ingredients
- 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 (4.25-ounce) can chopped black olives
- 1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- Crackers or pita chips
Preparation
- Stir together first 6 ingredients and, if desired, salt. Serve with crackers.
- Note: To make ahead, place spread in an airtight container, and chill for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 weeks. Thaw in refrigerator. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes, and stir before serving.
Creamy Olive Spread Recipe at a Glance
- COURSE: Appetizers, Dips/Spreads
- CONVENIENCE: Entertaining, Make-Ahead
- MAIN INGREDIENT: Cheese
- DIETARY CONSIDERATION: Gluten-Free
- OCCASION: Winter, Christmas
- PUBLICATION: Southern Living
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