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Pinecone Spinach-Cheese Spread

Prep time

20 min

Total time

2 hr 20 min

Servings

Makes 18 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each.

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    Ingredients
    • 1 cup tightly packed baby spinach leaves
    • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
    • 1 clove garlic
    • 1 pkg. (8 oz.) brick cream cheese, softened
    • 1 pkg. (8 oz.) shredded Italian cheese blend
    • 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
    • 1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted
    •  RITZ Crackers
Preparation
  • Process spinach, oil and garlic in food processor until blended. Add next 3 ingredients; mix well.
  • Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper.
  • Insert nuts in rows into cream cheese mixture to resemble pinecone as shown in photo.
  • Refrigerate 2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Recipe Tips

Size-WiseEnjoy eating appetizers at a social occasion, but be mindful of portion size so you don't overdo it on calories.

For a Festive TouchIn addition to the RITZ Crackers, serve cheese spread with an assortment of your favorite NABISCO crackers, such as TRISCUIT Crackers or WHEAT THINS Original Snacks.

Special ExtraMix 1 tsp. hot pepper sauce into cream cheese mixture before shaping as directed.

128487
Calories 190
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 14g
Saturated Fat 6g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 20mg
Sodium 300mg
Total Carbohydrate 12g
Dietary Fiber <1g
Total Sugars 2g
     Includes 1g Added Sugars
Protein 5g
Vitamin A 8% DV
Vitamin C 0% DV
Calcium 10% DV
Iron 4% DV
Potassium 2% DV
Vitamin D 0% DV

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