Homemade Cheese Spread with Garlic and Herbs

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Rhoda Boone

Makes about 1 cup

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Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

1 small garlic clove, quartered

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves

1 tablespoon chopped chives

Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Method

Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts.

Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.