Roasted Red Pepper Spread

Roasted Red Pepper Spread Recipe

This tangy dip is perfect with a malty whole-grain bread or as a spread for turkey sandwiches. The recipe is easily doubled and can be made ahead and refrigerated. Adapted from Simple Vegetarian Pleasures by Jeanne Lemlin (HarperCollins, $24).

Ingredients
½ cup jarred roasted red peppers (or 3 fresh roasted red peppers, peeled)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 (8-ounce) package light cream cheese, at room temperature
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
Sliced whole-grain bread
Sliced tomatoes and cucumbers (optional)
Instructions
1. In a food processor, combine peppers, garlic, cheese and lemon juice; process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and stir in salt, pepper, parsley and basil. Serve with whole grain bread and tomatoes and cucumbers, if desired. Yield: 1 1/2 cups spread.


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