Tomato Pesto Torte

"Oh my gosh! You may not be able to stay away from this appetizer plate. My neighbor from Chicago gave me this recipe a few days ago - it is to die for! If you want to be the hit of the party, take this with you! The red, green, and white colors make for a gorgeous presentation."
 
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photo by Vicki in CT
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photo by Vicki in CT photo by Vicki in CT
Ready In:
20mins
Ingredients:
4
Serves:
6-8
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ingredients

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directions

  • Cut the cream cheese in half heightwise and place one half on a plate.
  • Spread a layer of tomato spread on top of cream cheese.
  • Spread a layer of pesto on top of tomato spread.
  • Repeat layers.
  • Top with chopped nuts, if desired.
  • Serve with crackers or toasted sliced baguettes.

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Reviews

  1. Oh so yummy! I made this to serve at a church meeting and everyone gobbled it up! Definitely a keeper! It was very easy to make but made for a very impressive presentation! Thanks for this great post! The only variation I made is that I made garlic toast to serve this on. I sliced french bread to make snack sized peices, then I spread them on a broiler pan, drizzled olive oil over them, and then sprinkeld them with garlic, parsley, and a touch of paprika. Flavors blended nicely.
     
  2. Colors of the Italian flag on this appetizer reflect the wonderful flavor that awaits you. I made a deconstructed version made individually on toasted ciabatta slices. The full cheese block version must be very attractive as well. I used fat free cream cheese with terrific results. An amazing, yet simple, appetizer.
     
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<p>I grew up in southwestern Wisconsin. In my early 20's, I moved and lived in Dallas, TX until I went into the military in '89. I then spent the next three years in Germay where I met my wonderful husband. He brought me to South Carolina in '92. I have been here ever since, although I never dreamt I would be a southern girl. My husband and I have one child, a beautiful 10 year-old boy. <br /><br />My heritage is European to include German, Italian, and Norwegian. I totally love German and Italian foods, but don't know much about Norwegian culinary, although I am willing to learn. <br /><br />I love to entertain and have lots of people in my home. There is nothing better than having a good time with family and friends. I pretty much love anything that puts a smile on my face, and work diligently to live a full life - learning and doing a myriad of new things to enrich my life. I love luxurious things that are heaven to the senses.</p>
 
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