Homemade Cheese Spread With Garlic and Herbs

• Vegetarian

• Produce

  • 1 tbsp Chives
  • 1 Garlic clove, small
  • 1/4 cup Parsley, leaves

• Baking & Spices

  • 1/4 tsp Kosher salt

• Bread & Baked Goods

  • 1 Crackers or toasts

• Dairy

  • 2 tbsp Butter, unsalted
  • 8 oz Cream cheese

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Description

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
• 1 small garlic clove, quartered
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
• 1 tablespoon chopped chives
• Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Directions

• Preparation Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts. Do Ahead Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill. Cooks' NoteTo add a citrus note to the cheese, incorporate 1/8 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest with the herbs. Or add 1/8 teaspoon (or more) freshly ground black pepper for a little spice.

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