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Makes 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each.
Cheesy Christmas Tree
This simple Christmas appetizer makes a great addition to your holiday party. Our fun tree shaped spread takes just 10 minutes to make!
Ingredient list
- 1 pkg. (8 oz.) brick cream cheese
- ½ cup basil pesto
- ¼ cup chopped red peppers
- 1 stick mozzarella-cheddar string cheese
- RITZ Crackers
Directions
Cut block of cream cheese diagonally in half. Arrange both halves, with points together, on serving plate to resemble Christmas-tree shape.
Cut a 2-inch piece from one end of string cheese; place at bottom of tree for the trunk. Wrap up remaining cheese; refrigerate until ready to use for snacking or other use.
Spoon pesto over cream cheese; top with peppers. Serve with the crackers.
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