Best Kalamata Olive Tomato And Cheese Melt Recipes

KALAMATA OLIVES AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES ON CREAM CHEESE

Kalamata Olives and Sun-Dried Tomatoes on Cream Cheese image

Cream cheese complements salty olives and robust sun-dried tomatoes in a savory spread. Make it in 10 minutes!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

20 pitted kalamata olives, finely chopped (1/3 cup)
2 tablespoons finely chopped, drained sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1 tablespoon oil from sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 medium clove garlic, finely chopped
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
Additional fresh basil leaves, if desired
40 assorted crackers

Steps:

In small bowl, stir together all ingredients except cream cheese, additional basil leaves and crackers.
To serve, place softened cream cheese on serving platter. Using small metal spatula, spread cream cheese into 8-inch round. Spoon olive mixture over cheese. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 210 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

CHERRY TOMATO AND KALAMATA OLIVE PENNE

Cherry Tomato and Kalamata Olive Penne image

This is the most incredible pasta recipe I have. It is simple to make and dangerously addictive. If you are looking for a new recipe that is incredibly delicious, beautiful and will get you compliments you have found it. Even people who dislike tomatoes, olives or both cannot resist this pasta once they have tasted it. It is my adaptation of a recipe I found in 'Everyday Food'. Enjoy!

Provided by JP834618

Categories Penne

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 lb penne rigate
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced.
3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved.
3/4 cup pitted chopped kalamata olive
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf Italian parsley
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta.
In a medium bowl add halved cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, crushed red pepper flakes, oregano, salt and pepper, set aside.
Add garlic and olive oil to a medium skillet and saute on low heat until garlic is translucent and soft but not brown, about 4 minutes.
Increase heat to medium low, add tomato and olive mixture and saute 1- 3 minutes just until the tomatoes begin to release their juices, tomatoes should be hot but still firm, be careful not to overcook them.
Drain pasta when Al Dente and return to pan, toss with fresh chopped parsley.
Mix in the tomato and olive mixture gently.
Add parmesan cheese and toss gently, serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 764.7, Fat 29, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 33, Sodium 956.9, Carbohydrate 95.1, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 5.5, Protein 31.1