Baked Cheese Recipe
Whipped herbed cheese in marinara + pesto bread
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Ingredients
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Whipped Herbed Cheese
Marinara Sauce
Pesto Bread
Method
Whipped Herbed Cheese
- 1
Prepare the Cheese
In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, chopped parsley, chopped basil, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Using an electric mixer or a fork, whip the mixture until it is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well incorporated.
Marinara Sauce
- 2
Make the Marinara Sauce
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh basil.
Pesto Bread
- 3
Prepare the Pesto Bread
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Slice the bread loaf in half lengthwise. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over each half of the bread. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese. Place the bread on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing.
Assembly
- 4
Assemble the Dish
In a serving dish, spread a layer of the marinara sauce at the bottom. Spoon the whipped herbed cheese on top of the marinara sauce. Serve with slices of the warm pesto bread on the side for dipping.
