Basil, Lemon and Pinenut Dip
6Serves
EasyDifficulty
10 MINSPreparation
0 MINSCooking
Serve this dip at your next barbecue and you will be hunted down for the recipe.
Ingredients
125g cream cheese
1/2 cup basil leaves
3 teaspoons toasted pinenuts
1 small clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
24 crackers, for serving
fresh vegetables, for serving
1/2 cup basil leaves
3 teaspoons toasted pinenuts
1 small clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon rind
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
24 crackers, for serving
fresh vegetables, for serving
Method
- Place cheese, basil, nuts, garlic, rind and pepper in a food processor and process until smooth and combined. Transfer to a serving bowl, cover and refrigerate until required.
- Serve dip with crackers and fresh vegetables.
Handy Tips
This is a simple and delicious dip to serve at a party. Try using the leftovers as a sandwich spread.
Dinner Tip! Creamy Chicken Filo Parcels: Spread 1 tablespoon of this dip over half a skinless chicken breast, top with slices of mushroom, wrap in 3 layers of filo pastry, like a parcel. Spray lightly with olive oil and bake for 35-30 minutes until golden and chicken is cooked through.