This creamy cream cheese spread is loaded with the earthy flavors of olives, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh garden herbs, making this cracker spreader a delicious happy hour snack.
Stir together the softened cream cheese, parmesan cheese and chili pepper flakes, if you don't have time for it to reach room temperature, microwave the cheese for a minute or so to get it really soft
stir in the sage and oregano and mix in the olives, sun-dried tomatoes and chives
cover and refrigerate for at least two hours
when ready to serve, let it come to room temperature, garnish the top with the remaining olives and chives. This spread really tastes best not ice cold and spreads better on crackers and toasts
Makes 2 3/4 cups and serves up to 12 as an appetizer
This recipe could easily be halvedĀ