SUN-DRIED TOMATO AND BASIL CHEESECAKE APPETIZER
This recipe was printed in a Costco flyer. This is a real showstopper on any buffet table, and after it has been decorated with basil and sun-dried tomatoes, it looks beautiful!
Provided by sexymommalucas
Categories For Large Groups
Time 1h40m
Yield 30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a food processor, blend the bread, 1/2 cup softened butter and 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese. Spray cooking oil in the bottom of a nonstick 91/2-inch springform pan. Cut a piece of parchment to fit the bottom of the pan. Press crumb mixture into pan, going up 1/4 inch on sides. Refrigerate.
- Beat the cream cheese until smooth in a sturdy electric mixer. Add chopped onion, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup melted and cooled butter, 1 tablespoon oil and herbs from the tomato jar, and the basil. Add eggs, 7 tablespoons chopped sun-dried tomatoes and sour cream, blending until smooth.
- Pour a third of the filling into the refrigerated crust. Add a layer of about 15 coarsely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, followed by another third of the filling. Add a thin layer of pesto (don't go too close to the edge with this) and remaining third of filling.
- Bake 50-60 minutes on second-to-lowest rack of oven, placing a foil sheet underneath to catch drippings. When set in center, turn off oven and let the cheesecake sit 20 more minutes. Cool and refrigerate for a day.
- Remove sides of pan and place cheesecake on a serving platter. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and pieces of sundried tomato. Enjoy with crackers or rustic breads.
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Tiffany Routt
[email protected]This cheesecake appetizer is a must-try for any fan of sun-dried tomatoes and basil.
Onli Islam
[email protected]This appetizer is so rich and decadent. It's perfect for a special occasion.
Wazim Jang (McdCow)
[email protected]I love the creamy texture of this cheesecake appetizer.
Prince kamau
[email protected]This is one of my favorite appetizers to make. It's always a hit with my friends and family.
Ken Chiarella
[email protected]I made this appetizer for a potluck and it was gone in minutes.
george villanueva
[email protected]This appetizer is perfect for a summer party.
Can
[email protected]I love the way the sun-dried tomatoes add a pop of color and flavor to this appetizer.
Maisie Webb
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Manisha Gurung
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this appetizer changed my mind. It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are amazing.
Sajid Ullah
[email protected]This appetizer is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Yvonne Sanchez
[email protected]I love the combination of sun-dried tomatoes and basil in this cheesecake appetizer. It's so flavorful and unique.
Md Killer
[email protected]This sun-dried tomato and basil cheesecake appetizer was a hit at my last party! The flavors were incredible and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.