LAYERED CHEESE SPREAD

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Three types of cheese spread and fresh vegetables are layered for a lovely appetizer spread.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 container (8 ounces) sharp Cheddar cold-pack cheese spread
1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
1 container (8 ounces) soft cream cheese with garden vegetables
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1 container (8 ounces) Swiss-almond cold-pack cheese spread
1/4 cup chopped red and/or yellow bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
48 crackers

Steps:

Spread Cheddar cheese into 5-inch round, about 1/2 inch thick, on serving platter; smooth side and top with small metal spatula. Sprinkle mushrooms over cheese; press lightly.
Spread cream cheese over mushrooms; smooth side and top. Sprinkle with basil; press lightly.
Top with Swiss-almond cheese; smooth side and top. Sprinkle bell peppers over top. Press parsley into side. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 520 mg