Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 pound

blue cheese

good grade

1 stick

butter

sweet (unsalted)

1 tbsp

chives

minced

8 unit

cream cheese

pkg.

0.75 cup

stuffed olives

minced

1 clove

garlic

pressed or finely grated

Step 1
~3 min

Cream together blue cheese, butter, and chives until smooth.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix in cream cheese, olives, and garlic until well blended.

Step 3
~3 min

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to mellow.

Step 4
~3 min

Garnish with minced parsley and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Step 5
~3 min

Serve with party rye or crisp crackers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Let the cheese mixture sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, rye bread, or crudités.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Celery sticks
Carrot sticks
Radishes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common appetizer for holiday gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
New Year's Eve

Occasion Tags

Holiday Party
Game Day
Cocktail Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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