Shelly's Recipe

KALAMATA OLIVE & RED PEPPER SPREAD

Category: Spreads -- Cold

8 oz cream cheese, softened
12 pitted kalamata olives, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely diced red bell pepper
2 tbsp snipped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, pressed
Toasted pine nuts (optional)
Toasted baguette slices, assorted vegetables or crackers (optional)

In medium bowl, combine cream cheese, olives, bell pepper, parsley and garlic; mix well. Spoon spread into serving dish; top with toasted pine nuts, if desired. Serve with toasted baguette slices, assorted vegetables or crackers, if desired.