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Christmas Appetiser – Italian Cheese Log!

Delightful Christmas Appetizer – Flavorful Italian Cheese Log

This Christmas Appetizer – Italian Cheese Log is a versatile, festive dish that offers a savory twist on traditional antipasto, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Refrigeration Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Mixture
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Thyme
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 1 tsp Basil
  • 1 tsp Rosemary
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Adjust according to serving crackers
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper/Chili Flakes
  • 1 cup Cheddar or Other Cheese (Freshly Grated) Avoid mozzarella; consider substitutions
For the Fillings
  • 1/2 cup Roasted Peppers (Finely Chopped) Jarred varieties can be used
  • 1/2 cup Salami (Finely Chopped) For a meatless option, use grated parmesan
  • 1/4 cup Green Olives (Finely Chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Green Onion (Minced)
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Sun Dried Tomato Strips (with Oil) Utilize infused oil for flavor
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or Chives (Finely Chopped) For garnish
  • 1 box Crackers (e.g., Jatz) Essential for serving

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the loaf pan by lightly spraying it with cooking oil and lining it with cling wrap, leaving excess wrap over the edges.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Mix in thyme, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes, then add cheddar and combine thoroughly.
  3. Fold in roasted peppers, salami, green olives, and green onion until evenly distributed.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, ideally up to a week.
  5. Turn the chilled cheese log onto a platter, remove cling wrap, and let it warm slightly. Top with sun-dried tomatoes and drizzle with oil, garnishing with parsley or chives.
  6. Serve the cheese log with an assortment of crackers for scooping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This festive appetizer can be customized with your favorite ingredients, allowing for creativity and personal flavors.

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