Roasted Garlic and Three Cheese Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Roasted Garlic and Three Cheese Spread, a flavor-packed creation that's guaranteed to wow your guests. Featuring the rich, caramelized depth of roasted garlic paired with a luxurious blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan, this creamy spread is perfectly balanced with a hint of tangy lemon juice and a sprinkling of fresh parsley. Ready in under an hour, it’s an easy yet impressive dish that’s ideal for parties, game nights, or cozy evenings in. Serve it with crackers, crusty baguette slices, or fresh veggies for a crowd-pleasing snack that's as versatile as it is delicious. With its bold, savory flavors, silky texture, and simple preparation, this spread is the ultimate go-to appetizer for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, wrap in aluminum foil, and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are golden and soft.
Remove the roasted garlic from the oven and allow it to cool until it's safe to handle. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves from their skins into a bowl.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the roasted garlic, softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, sour cream, and lemon juice.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using a fork or hand mixer until the spread is smooth and well-combined.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish and garnish with additional parsley, if desired.
Serve with crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh vegetable sticks. Refrigerate any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1934 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 168.6 g | 216% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.0 g | 455% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 423 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 2406 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.9 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1713 mg | 132% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 694 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
