SAVORY HERB CHEESECAKE

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I love to create cheesecakes. My husband makes wine. Today I created one that will pair nicely with crackers, veggies, fruit and a bottle of wine. Voila, my savory herb cheesecake.... It's what's for dinner!

Provided by Kim Phillips-Randolph @n2cookn

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup(s) wheat thin crackers, crushed
1/4 cup(s) butter, melted
8 ounce(s) cream cheese
1/2 cup(s) ricotta cheese
1/2 cup(s) parmesan cheese, shredded
1/4 olive oil
1 cup(s) fresh basil leaves
2 rosemary sprigs
thyme, leaves
chives, bunch
1 clove(s) garlic
2 eggs

Steps:

  • Add melted butter to crushed crackers. Press in bottom of a springform pan. Bake 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
  • Mix cream cheese with ricotta. Set aside. In food processor, add herbs, garlic and olive oil. Chop. Add to cheese mixture. Add Parmesan cheese. Mix well. Add eggs one at a time. When mixed, pour over crust. Bake 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
  • Run knife around edge. Cool for 10 minutes. Remove rim. Let cool. Add a sprig of rosemary, thyme and basil leaves for decoration. Serve with crackers, fruit, vegetables, wine or whatever you wish.

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