California Torte

Not sure where this one came from, but it's a nice, colorful appetizer - and delicious, too! Servings are approximate, cooking time is refrigeration time.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 10-12

Ingredients

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (can use reduced fat)
• 2  cloves garlic, minced
• 8  ounces feta cheese
• 2  teaspoons thyme
• 2  tablespoons olive oil
• 3  tablespoons pesto sauce
• 1⁄3 cup  roasted red pepper, drained and chopped
•  additional  red pepper, strips (garnish)

Directions

1. Line a one-quart dish with plastic wrap.
2. Place the garlic and cheeses in a food processor, and process.
3. Add oil and thyme, and process again until well combined.
4. Spread 1/3 of the cheese mixture in the dish.
5. Then spread the pesto over the cheese.
6. Spread another 1/3 of the cheese mixture over the pesto.
7. Next, layer with the chopped red peppers.
8. Finish with the final layer of cheese.
9. Cover and chill at least 2 hrs.
10. When ready to serve, unmold onto serving plate and garnish with additional red pepper strips, and fresh herbs (thyme or basil) if desired.
11. Serve with crackers or raw veggies.