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TRISCUIT Pesto Holiday Tree

This pesto holiday tree can be fully prepared in just 10 minutes, and your party guests will appreciate the effort - and the savory appetizer bites!

Prep time

10 min

Total time

10 min

Servings

Makes 5 servings, 5 topped crackers each.

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    Ingredients
    • 1/4 cup drained mixed roasted red and yellow peppers
    • 2 Tbsp. basil pesto
    • 25 TRISCUIT Crackers
    • 2 Tbsp. shredded Parmesan cheese
Preparation
  • Use small canape or cookie cutter to cut a 1-inch star from 1 roasted yellow pepper; reserve for later use. Chop red peppers and remaining yellow peppers.
  • Spread pesto onto crackers.
  • Reserve 4 topped crackers for later use. Arrange remaining topped crackers, in 6 descending rows, on large platter to resemble a Christmas tree as shown in photo.
  • Add 1 of the reserved topped crackers for the tree trunk. Arrange remaining reserved topped crackers around tree for gifts.
  • Top crackers with chopped peppers; sprinkle with cheese. Add reserved pepper star to top of tree.

Nutrition Notes

This eye-catching tree made with whole wheat crackers lets you be both healthful and festive this holiday season.

Recipe Tips

Easy Way to Top Crackers with PestoUse a pastry brush to spread the pesto onto the crackers.

Fun VariationAdd additional strips of roasted peppers to create bows and ribbons for the gifts. Garnish with small fresh basil leaves.

Special ExtraCreate a fun holiday cheese board by preparing the TRISCUIT Pesto Tree on a board, then surrounding it with assorted nuts, olives and dried fruits to use as extra toppings for the crackers.

319188
Calories 130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g
Saturated Fat 1g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 270mg
Total Carbohydrate 18g
Dietary Fiber 3g
Total Sugars 0g
     Includes 0g Added Sugars
Protein 3g
Vitamin A 0% DV
Vitamin C 4% DV
Calcium 2% DV
Iron 8% DV
Potassium 2% DV
Vitamin D 0% DV

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