INGREDIENTS:
Blend parsley, basil, onion, garlic, and grated Parmesan in a food processor. Add cream cheese and butter, blending thoroughly. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
Just before serving, spread cheese mixture on French bread slices. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan. Broil 1 to 3 minutes, or until edges begin to brown. Sprinkle with paprika or cayenne. Serve immediately.
YIELDS: 1-1/2 cups
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped red or green onion
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (1/4 cup)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- shredded Parmesan cheese
- paprika or cayenne pepper
Blend parsley, basil, onion, garlic, and grated Parmesan in a food processor. Add cream cheese and butter, blending thoroughly. Transfer mixture to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate.
Just before serving, spread cheese mixture on French bread slices. Sprinkle with shredded Parmesan. Broil 1 to 3 minutes, or until edges begin to brown. Sprinkle with paprika or cayenne. Serve immediately.
YIELDS: 1-1/2 cups
