Follow these steps for perfect results
low-fat cream cheese
softened
pesto sauce
drained
sun-dried tomatoes
drained
provolone cheese
thinly sliced
pine nuts
toasted
milk
optional
Lightly toast pine nuts.
Line a small loaf pan with plastic wrap.
Place thin slices of provolone cheese on the bottom and up the sides of the pan.
Blot excess oil from pesto with a paper towel.
Mix cream cheese with a little milk to soften.
Layer 1/3 of the cream cheese into the prepared pan.
Spread 1/2 of the sun-dried tomatoes over the cream cheese.
Sprinkle with pine nuts.
Spread 1/2 of the pesto over the pine nuts.
Layer another 1/3 of the cream cheese.
Spread the remaining 1/2 of the sun-dried tomatoes.
Sprinkle with more pine nuts.
Spread the remaining 1/2 of the pesto.
Finish with the last 1/3 of the cream cheese.
Invert the log onto a serving dish.
Remove the plastic wrap.
Sprinkle pine nuts on top.
Serve with crackers.
Expert advice for the best results
Use two mini loaf pans for individual servings.
Adjust the amount of pesto and sun-dried tomatoes to your liking.
Chill the log for at least 30 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made a day ahead
Serve on a platter with crackers and fresh herbs.
Serve with an assortment of crackers.
Garnish with fresh basil.
Crisp and refreshing
Clean and easy-drinking
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