This creamy, savoury and herbaceous recipe packs a punch and is utterly addictive!
Cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and Goat cheese come together to lend a delicious flavor and texture to this recipe.
With every bite, you’re left with an incredible mouth feel as the herbed crust adds a unique flavor. It’s creamy yet not overwhelming!
Serve this gourmet appetizer alongwith some crackers or lay it on your cheeseboard for some pizzaz. This hassle-free make-ahead recipe is perfect for festivities and an absolute crowd-pleaser.
P.S. Tempering (bringing it to room temperature) the cheese before infusing it with spices is vital.
| Servings | 6 persons |
| Course | Appetizer |
| Preparation Time | 10 – 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | |
Ingredients for the Log( 1 cup=200 ml, 1 tbsp=15 ml) |
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| 1 packet | Philadelphia Cream Cheese |
| ½ cup | Cheddar Cheese (grated) |
| ½ cup | Goat Cheese |
| 3-4 tbsp | Roasted garlic chips (minced) |
| 1-2 tbsp | Mixed dried herbs |
| A few drops | Of Tabasco |
| Chili flakes to taste | |
| A handful of | Parsley leaves, chopped |
| A handful of | Basil leaves chopped |
Instructions for the Cheese Log |
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| 1. | Remove the cheese from the fridge and get it to room temperature. |
| 2. | Add in the cheeses, garlic, herbs, tabasco & chili flakes. |
| 3. | Add in half of the basil and parsley leaves. |
| 4. | Shape it into a log and roll on to the balance herbs. Wrap in klinfilm. Roll tightly. |
| 5. | Refrigerate the same for 2-3 hours in the fridge until it’s firm. |
| 6. | Remove the log and unwrap before serving. Serve with crackers. |
