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Artichoke, Garlic and Herb Cream Cheese Spread

Lori Vachon
July 20, 2013
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Continuing with my love of artichokes, here’s a savory spin to break the monotony of your basic cheese spread. Serve with pita chips or crackers, or make toast cut-outs (I used multi-grain bread for mine) from your favorite cookie cutter. And, punching out the bread shapes is a great and easy way to get the kiddos involved in the kitchen without creating a huge mess for mom to clean up later. When choosing the herbs, I just selected my favorites and the ones I thought would work well together.

6 oz. marinated artichokes, drained and chopped
8 oz. cream cheese
3/4 tsp. dried garlic
1/2 tsp. chives
1/2 tsp. dill weed
1/2 tsp. parsley
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. dried red & green pepper flakes (optional)
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/8 tsp. white pepper
Chop artichokes in blender or food processor. Combine all ingredients in medium bowl and allow to chill for several hours. Serve with toasted bread, pita chips or crackers.
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Nutritions

Calories
881

Sodium
910mg
37% DV

Fat
68g
105% DV

Protein
19g
39% DV

Carbs
29g
9% DV

Fiber
11g
44% DV
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Nutritions

Calories
1105

Sodium
1147mg
47% DV

Fat
114g
176% DV

Protein
1g
3% DV

Carbs
4g
1% DV

Fiber
2g
8% DV