Shelly's Recipe

ANTIPASTO WREATH

Category: Spreads -- Cold

2 (8 oz) pkg cream cheese, room temperature
3/4 cup chopped pepperoni
1/2 cup grated Italian three cheese blend
1/4 cup chopped black olives
2 tbsp chopped fresh basil
6 tbsp chopped roasted red peppers, divided
1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Fresh basil leaves
Crackers

Mix cream cheese, pepperoni, grated cheese blend, olives, chopped basil and 2 tbsp peppers until well blended. Shape into 16-inch log; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to handle. Form into wreath shape on large plate. Top with remaining peppers and parsley. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve with crackers. Refrigerate any leftovers.