Layered Cheese And Pesto Recipe

Name: Layered Cheese And Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c fresh basil, firmly packed; 3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese; 1/2 c parsley, firmly packed; 1/4 c pine nuts or walnuts; 2 cloves garlic, quartered; 1/3 c olive oil; 1 8 0z. package cream cheese; 4 1/2 oz Brie, rind removed; 1/2 c whipping cream; Paprika, if desired; Crackers or French bread

Servings: persons

1 c fresh basil, firmly packed
3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 c parsley, firmly packed
1/4 c pine nuts or walnuts
2 cloves garlic, quartered
1/3 c olive oil
1 8 0z. package cream cheese
4 1/2 oz Brie, rind removed
1/2 c whipping cream
Paprika, if desired
Crackers or French bread

1
In a blender or food processor bowl combine basil, grated cheese,parsley, nuts and garlic. Cover and pulse til a paste forms. With machine running, gradually add oil and process until consistency of soft butter.
2
Bring the cream cheese and Brie to room temperature. Beat together until nearly smooth.
3
In a small mixing bowl beat the cream until soft peaks form. Fold the whipping cream into the cheese mixture.
4
Line a 3 1/2 - 4 cup mold with plastic wrap. Spread 1/4 of the cheese mix into mold. Spread 1/3 of the pesto over the cheese. Repeat layers twice more. Spread remaining cheese on top. Cover and chill for several hours or overnight.
5
Before serving, invert the mold onto a serving plate. Remove mold and carefully peel off the plastic wrap. Sprinkle with paprika, if desired. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve with crackers or thin slices of French bread.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c fresh basil, firmly packed, 3/4 c grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 c parsley, firmly packed, 1/4 c pine nuts or walnuts, and more.

Yes, Layered Cheese And Pesto falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Layered Cheese And Pesto

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