Best Herbed Holiday Spread Recipes

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HERB DIP



Herb Dip image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     appetizer

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
4 scallions, white and green parts, minced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, scallions, parsley, dill, salt, and pepper in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and blend. Serve at room temperature.

HOMEMADE CHEESE SPREAD WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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Here's a DIY version of the flavored, spreadable Gournay cheese originally from France.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Appetizer     Cheese     Cream Cheese     Garlic     Chive     Parsley     Graduation     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small garlic clove, quartered
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

HERBED GARLIC CHEESE SPREAD



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I've taken this creamy spread to many holiday gatherings and parties- and there's never any left to bring home! Well-seasoned with a blend of herb flavors, this cheesy treat tastes great on slices of French bread, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield about 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, dill weed, garlic powder and pepper
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and seasonings until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HERBED CHEESE SPREAD



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This spread definitely lives up to its name. Flavored with six different herbss, it is one of the best cream cheese spreads I've had.-Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced chives
2 teaspoons minced fresh chervil or 1/2 teaspoon dried chervil
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon or 1/4 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/4 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Stir in the parsley, chives, chervil, garlic, tarragon and lemon-pepper seasoning., Transfer to a small serving dish. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 10g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

GARLIC HERB SPREAD



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Garlic and a host of herbs pleasantly season this savory spread. It's a "must" on my holiday menu because I can make it in advance. -Cheryl Fortier, Athabasca, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon each dried basil, thyme and marjoram
Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter, parsley, garlic and seasonings until blended. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 14g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HERB CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
4 tablespoons sour cream
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon basil, chopped
2 tablespoon chives, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl add butter, sour cream, and cream cheese. Add the garlic and herbs and mix together well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Place in refrigerator and allow to chill.

HERBED GOAT CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     appetizer

Time 15m

Yield 40 to 45 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
10 1/2 ounces montrachet or other mild goat cheese, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic (2 cloves)
1/2 teaspoon minced fresh thyme leaves
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
5 to 6 tablespoons milk, half-and-half or heavy cream
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 loaves 7-grain bread, thinly sliced
1 hothouse cucumber, not peeled

Steps:

  • For the spread, place the cream cheese, goat cheese, garlic, thyme, parsley, 5 tablespoons milk, salt and pepper in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until well mixed. Add an additional tablespoon of milk if the spread is very thick. To make the sandwiches, spread each slice of bread with the goat cheese spread. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds and arrange on half of the bread slices. Top with the remaining bread. Press slightly, trim off the crusts and cut the sandwiches into halves, thirds or triangles. Make these sandwiches in the morning, then cover with damp paper towels and plastic wrap and refrigerate. Cut just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 269, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 33 milligrams, Sodium 636 milligrams, Carbohydrate 23 grams, Fiber 2.5 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 7 grams

YOGURT-HERB SPREAD



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Add this cooling spread to sandwiches or serve it as a dip for crudite and crackers.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Yield Makes 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup 2% Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon parsley
1 clove minced garlic
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix yogurt, mint, parsley, and garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

HERB CHEESE SPREAD



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Enhance the flavor of three kinds of cheese with three herbs-basil, rosemary and chives.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 2h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 container (8 oz) fat-free cream cheese spread (1 cup), softened
2 oz feta cheese, crumbled (1/2 cup)
1 oz blue cheese, crumbled (1/4 cup)
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed
1 tablespoon finely chopped chives or green onion tops
2 red or green apples or pears, cut into 20 slices each, or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, feta cheese, blue cheese, basil and rosemary with electric mixer on medium speed, or with spoon until well mixed.
  • Cover; refrigerate about 2 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  • To serve, place in serving bowl; sprinkle with chives. Serve with fruit or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Tablespoons Dip and 2 Apple Slices), Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIAN HERB SPREAD



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An easy-to-make spread that's just as delicious as a fine restaurant spread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients.
  • Store in covered container in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Tablespoon, Sodium 190 mg

CREAMY HERB SPREAD



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This fresh-flavored spread is ideal for chicken, turkey or veggie handhelds. Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup loosely packed basil leaves
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash salt

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a small food processor; cover and process until blended. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

HERBED BUTTER SPREAD



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Use to make chef Pierre Schaedelin's Open-Faced Baguette with Mushrooms and Artichokes and Open-Faced Baguette with Prosciutto and Green Olive Tapenade.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables

Yield Makes about 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

5 cloves garlic
1/2 bunch fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 teaspoon fresh thyme, leaves
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Place garlic and parsley in the bowl of a small food processor; process until finely chopped. Transfer to a medium bowl and add butter; blend using a fork. Add thyme and salt; stir until well combined.

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