Rachael Ray's Olive and Garlic Cheese Spread

Submitted by Chef #1421341

"This came from a holiday special with Rachel Ray on the food network."

 

• Ready In: 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 1 cup large olive, with pimiento
• 1 garlic clove
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1⁄2 cup chopped hazelnuts, toasted
• 1 sliced whole-grain baguette
• parmesan pita bread round, store-bought
• 1 celery heart, cut into sticks

directions

1. Preheat oven 425 degrees F.
2. Place olives in food processor and grate in garlic, add cream cheese and ricotta cheese. Pulse the cheese and olives into a fairly smooth spread. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with hazelnuts. Toast the bread on a baking sheet 5 to 10 minutes to lightly crisp. Surround the spread with bread, pita crisps and celery.