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Sun-Dried Tomato With Fresh Basil Spread

Submitted by: USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson 
With just three ingredients, this cream cheese spread is easy to assemble, and is great for impromptu entertaining. 

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Parmesan and Basil Chicken Salad

Submitted by: Janet Schaufele 
The heady aroma and taste of sweet basil defines this cold chicken salad tossed with Parmesan cheese and dressed with a puree of mayonnaise, basil, garlic and celery. 

Basil Pesto Sunshine Sandwich

Submitted by: Erin Rowland 
This is a sandwich you'll never forget. Two kinds of pesto are spread on focaccia, which is then piled high with roasted red peppers, feta cheese and basil. 

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Dill, Feta and Garlic Cream Cheese Spread

Submitted by: Bronte Getter 
The bold flavors of dill, garlic, and feta make a perfect combination for dipping! 

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Chive and Onion Yogurt and Cream Cheese Spread

Submitted by: Tiga 
Living In: Tampa, Florida, USA
A delicious, homemade version of the new yogurt and cream cheese spreads in the grocery store. If Greek yogurt is not available, hang your yogurt in a cheesecloth over the sink to drain overnight. 

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Ham and Fresh Basil Pinwheels

Submitted by: Teri Denlinger 
Italian standbys--like fresh basil and sun-dried tomatoes--roll up here with ham, cheese and red-leaf lettuce. You simply refrigerate and slice when ready to serve. 

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Parmesan Basil Biscuits

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
Rise to the occasion and serve these light flavorful biscuits the next time you invite guests to dinner. The olive oil, Parmesan cheese and basil make the golden gems so tasty, they don't even need butter! The recipe comes from our Test Kitchen. 

Cream Cheese and Parmesan Bread Spread

Submitted by: Mark S. 
Home Town: Prescott, Arizona, USA
Living In: Tucson, Arizona, USA
This is a great spread for bread or crackers. It goes particularly well spread on bread with any pasta meal. 

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Orzo with Parmesan and Basil

Submitted by: DODIEPAJER 
For a flavorful treat, saute rice-shaped orzo in butter before simmering in chicken stock. Stir in Parmesan cheese and fresh, chopped basil. Garnish with sprigs of basil to serve. 

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Cream Cheese Basil Summer Squash

Submitted by: LAURELP52 
Living In: Eugene, Oregon, USA
Young tender summer squash, yellow crookneck or yellow pattypan, microwave recipe, quick, absolutely delicious! Vegetable haters, will love it. 
 
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