Recipe for cooking pepperoncini cheese spread

Starters and Snacks :: Chilled Hors d'oeuvres

Pepperoncini Cheese Spread

1 (8 oz.) container soft cream cheese
1/2 C. shredded provolone cheese
1/4 C. grated Parmesan cheese
1/8 tsp. garlic powder
1 (12 oz.) jar pepperoncini, drained, stemmed, seeded and chopped
1 plum tomato, diced

Stir together cheeses and garlic powder in med. bowl until well blended. Add pepperoncini and tomatoes; mix well.

Chill at least 3 hr.. If desired, garnish with chopped chives.

Serve with crackers.

Makes approximately 2 1/2 C..