PESTO CHEESE BLOSSOM
With colorful layers, this pretty spread is a real attention-getter of holiday gatherings. I like the convenience of making it ahead of time.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 45m
Yield 24 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Line a 1-qt. bowl with plastic wrap, overlapping the sides of the bowl. Arrange six cheese slices on the bottom and up the sides of the bowl, overlapping each slice; set aside., Drain tomatoes, reserving 3 teaspoons oil mixture. In a food processor, combine tomatoes and reserved oil mixture; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside., Place cream cheese, pistachios and garlic in the food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl; set aside., Add the pine nuts, basil, parsley, salt and pepper to food processor; cover and process until blended. While processing, add oil; process for 15 seconds or until combined. Transfer to a small bowl., Spread a third of the cream cheese mixture over provolone cheese in prepared bowl. Layer with pesto mixture, another third of the cream cheese mixture, tomato mixture and remaining cream cheese mixture. Top with remaining provolone slices. , Bring edges of plastic wrap together over cheese; press down gently to seal. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until firm. Open plastic wrap; invert mold onto a serving plate. Serve with crackers.
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Bilal Kahn
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The pesto filling was so flavorful and the cheese was perfectly melted. I will definitely be making this again.
Ali Mavia
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I would definitely recommend it to others.
Vikash Sunar
[email protected]Overall, this was a good recipe. I would definitely make it again, but I would make a few changes.
nayeim maxr
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll stick to simpler recipes in the future.
Ms Sho hana
[email protected]The cheese blossom didn't turn out as golden brown as I expected. I think I might have needed to cook it for a bit longer.
Tiffany Frerking
[email protected]This recipe was a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more garlic and Parmesan cheese next time.
Bindas Babu
[email protected]This is a must-try recipe! The pesto filling is so flavorful and the cheese is perfectly melted. I served it with a side of marinara sauce and it was a hit!
Sgt Keeneye
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I used store-bought pesto and it still turned out amazing. The cheese was melted and gooey and the pesto was flavorful.
hina rana
[email protected]So easy and delicious! This is a great recipe for a party or a potluck. I'll definitely be making it again.
Derick Phillip
[email protected]This was my first time making a cheese blossom and it turned out great! The pesto filling added a nice flavor and the cheese was gooey and delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.
Joe Barnes
[email protected]This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was worth it. The pesto filling was delicious and the cheese was perfectly melted. Will definitely make it again!
Djgjfj Rjej
[email protected]This pesto cheese blossom was a hit at my last party! It was super easy to make and everyone loved it. Definitely a keeper recipe.