Transform your appetizer game with this exquisite herbed cream cheese dip, perfectly paired with luscious cherry tomato confit. This dish combines the creamy, tangy flavours of a herb-infused dip with the rich, sweet, and savoury notes of slow-roasted cherry tomatoes. Ideal for gatherings, it brings together freshness and indulgence in every bite.
Perfect for pairing with crispy garlic bread or topping your favourite pasta, this delightful combination is sure to impress your guests and elevate your culinary experience. Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavours and make your next event unforgettable.
| Course | Appetizer |
| Servings | 4 persons |
| Preparation Time | 10 minutes |
| Cook time | 2 – 3 minutes |
Ingredients for the Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit
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| 1 packet (250 gms) | Philadelphia Cream Cheese |
| 3 – 4 tbsp | Fresh cream (Amul) |
| 6 – 8 Cloves | Garlic |
| ¼th cup | Basil leaves |
| ¼th cup | Parsley leaves |
| ¼th cup | Mint leaves |
| 1 cup | Cherry tomatoes |
| 2 tbsp | Olive oil |
| Salt to taste | |
| 3 – 4 | Fried garlic cloves for garnish |
| 3 – 4 | Tabasco as per taste |
Instruction for the Herbed Cream Cheese Dip with Cherry Tomato confit |
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| 1 | In a food processor blend together the cream cheese, fresh cream, basil leaves, mint leaves, parsley and garlic cloves. Blend until smooth. Keep aside in a serving dish. |
| 2 | Heat the olive oil in a pan, slow cook the cherry tomatoes for 2-3 minutes until they soften. Season with salt. |
| 3 | Arrange the cherry tomato confit over the cream cheese dip. Garnish with fried garlic cloves and fried basil leaves. Chill in the fridge for 1 hour at least. Serve with toasted baguette and crackers. |
