Pesto Herb Spread Recipe
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Pesto Herb Spread

By: veggigoddess 
"This is a yummy, creamy version of standard pesto that makes a great spread for get togethers. Tastes great with pita chips or sourdough bread! Sun dried tomatoes may be mixed in for a zesty tang. Add crunch by coating the finished spread with almonds."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

What to Drink?
Wine Sauvignon Blanc
Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2.5 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
  • 3 tablespoons pesto
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  1. Place cream cheese and pesto in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Mix in the chives and cilantro. Continue blending until smooth. Transfer to a mold lined with plastic wrap. Cover and chill in the refrigerator 1 hour, or until firm.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 90 | Total Fat: 8.9g | Cholesterol: 25mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2004 by veggigoddess   view full review
This is soooo good! It's a million times better than what you get in a store. I added some sun...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 28, 2004 by LISAT5   view full review
Fantastic and very, very quick and easy. I used fresh parsley because I didn't have cilantro...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 25, 2011 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
With basil so prolific in my garden, this was perfect to use the basil pesto I've already made...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 15, 2007 by kimberlygrace   view full review
Amazing and SIMPLE. I used a little more pesto (probably about 1.5 tablespoons more than the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 18, 2005 by AEMAZA   view full review
Quick & easy. Although I did not like this, everyone else at the party loved it...even the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2004 by WEDAC   view full review
Wow! Fantastic! This is very easy and very tasty. I need an appetizer for a potluck, and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 10, 2010 by MI$$DREA   view full review
This was better than I expected. I didn't even use the cilantro or chives(didn't have any). I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 11, 2007 by fozziesmom   view full review
It was just okay, I wasn't super impressed with this dip. I made it for a party and it wss not...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2011 by giraffegirl   view full review
I'm asked to make this dip for every family get together. I use the cheaper powdered pesto and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2008 by Java_Girl   view full review
Awesome spread! We served it with Triscuit and it was a hit with everyone.

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