Best Savory Herb Cheesecake Recipes

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SAVORY HERB CHEESECAKE



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Plan ahead: You can prepare and bake cheesecake up to 1 week ahead and refrigerate. I found this recipe in Woman's Day magazine. I have not tried it but I'm posting it for safe keeping.

Provided by internetnut

Categories     Cheese

Time 1h15m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup pecans
3/4 cup seasoned dry bread crumb
3 tablespoons land o lakes light stick butter
16 ounces neufchatel cheese, softened
11 ounces goat cheese, softened
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 large eggs
1/4 cup sun-dried tomato packed in oil, drained and finely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill (plus some for garnish)
1 1/2 tablespoons chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leave
1 grated zest and lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons minced garlic
cherry tomatoes (garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350. Line the bottom of an 8x3-inch springform pan with nonstick foil and coat sides with nonstick spray.
  • Crust: Pulse pecans and breadcrumbs in food processor until nuts are finely ground. Add butter; pulse until mixture forms moist, coarse crumbs. Press onto bottom of prepared pan. Bake 8-10 minutes, until crust is set and pale golden. Cool on wire rack. Raise oven temperature to 425.
  • Filling: Beat cream cheese, goat cheese, sour cream and Parmesan in a large bowl with mixer on medium speed until creamy. Beat in eggs until smooth, then remaining filling ingredients until incorporated. Pour into prepared crust and smooth the top.
  • Place pan in oven; reduce temperature to 325. Bake 45-50 minutes until light golden on top and set in the middle. Cool in pan on wire rack. Cover and refrigerate. To serve, let cheesecake come to room temperature. Remove sides from pan; slide cheesecake from bottom of pan onto serving plate, removing foil. Garnish with dill and cherry tomato halves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.3, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 7.9, Cholesterol 60.1, Sodium 255.8, Carbohydrate 5, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.8, Protein 7.2

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.

SAVORY CHAVRIE HERB CHEESECAKE



Savory Chavrie Herb Cheesecake image

Unique & Savory, goat cheese compliments this cheesecake recipe. Velvety texture and creaminess of the goat cheese allows for a wonderful dish!

Provided by Corrinne J

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup breadcrumbs
4 ounces grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon melted butter
1 teaspoon chopped rosemary
32 ounces chavrie fresh goat cheese
3 eggs
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon chopped parsley
1/2 teaspoon chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon chopped chives
salt and pepper (to season)

Steps:

  • Shell Directions:.
  • Pre heat oven to 350°F.
  • Blend all ingredients together until mixed well.
  • Press into the bottom of a 9 inch baking dish or false bottom pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes to crisp up the shell.
  • Cheese Cake Directions:.
  • Blend Chavrie® with eggs and mix well.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix.
  • Scatter the spinach evenly over the bottom of the pre baked shell.
  • Pour custard into the shell.
  • Bake at 350°F until a knife blade inserted into the cake comes out clean about 45 minutes.
  • Use Roast Garlic and Herb Chavrie® ® omit the herbs in batter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384.8, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 18.4, Cholesterol 123.8, Sodium 625.4, Carbohydrate 10, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 23

SAVORY HERB CHEESECAKE



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"I came across the recipe for this scrumptious appetizer while taking an herb gardening course," says Lee-Ann Hamilton, Louisburg, Kansas. "It was the hit of the buffet at our 'End of Class' party.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 24 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
2 cups reduced-fat sour cream, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of broccoli soup, undiluted
3/4 cup egg substitute
1/2 cup grated Romano cheese
2 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh thyme
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh tarragon
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
3 tablespoons each chopped sweet red, yellow and orange pepper
3 tablespoons minced chives
Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream and soup; beat until smooth. Add egg substitute; beat on low just until combined. Add the Romano cheese, basil, thyme, cornstarch, tarragon, garlic and pepper; beat just until blended., Pour into a 9-in. springform pan coated with cooking spray. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until center is almost set. Turn oven off; leave cheesecake in oven with door ajar for 30 minutes., Remove from oven. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Remove sides of pan. Just before serving, spread with remaining sour cream. Garnish with chopped peppers and chives. Serve with crackers or fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein.

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