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Layered Romesco Dip

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Layered Romesco Dip
  • Prep 25 min
  • Total 25 min
  • Servings 12
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There’s only one word to describe this dip: brilliant. We took the classic Spanish sauce of almonds and roasted red peppers, and — through the magic of cream cheese — turned it into a layered dip that belongs at your next party. And the one after that, and the one after that, too.
by: Tablespoon Kitchens
Updated May 11, 2017

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 package (4 oz) crumbled feta cheese
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 jar (12 oz) roasted red bell peppers, drained and patted dry
  • 1/2 cup Progresso™ plain panko crispy bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil leaves

Steps

  • 1
    In medium bowl, beat cream cheese, feta cheese, pepper flakes, garlic and salt with electric mixer on low speed 1 to 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally, until smooth. Spread evenly on plate or serving platter.
  • 2
    In blender, place roasted peppers, bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, vinegar, honey and smoked paprika. Cover and puree 60 to 90 seconds or until smooth. Pour over cheese mixture on plate; spread evenly, leaving 1/2-inch border of cream cheese mixture.
  • 3
    Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over roasted red pepper mixture. Top with almonds and basil; serve with crusty bread or crackers.

Expert Tips

  • tip 1
    Traditional Spanish Romesco sauce uses bread or bread crumbs to thicken the sauce. We’re using panko bread crumbs for an easy shortcut that maintains all the flavor of the classic sauce.
  • tip 2
    For even more Spanish flair, serve with olive bread.

Nutrition Information

150 Calories, 10g Total Fat, 5g Protein, 8g Total Carbohydrate, 3g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
150
Calories from Fat
90
Total Fat
10g
16%
Saturated Fat
6g
29%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
30mg
11%
Sodium
340mg
14%
Potassium
55mg
2%
Total Carbohydrate
8g
3%
Dietary Fiber
0g
0%
Sugars
3g
Protein
5g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
10%
10%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
15%
15%
Iron
2%
2%
Exchanges:
1/2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 1/2 Fat;
Carbohydrate Choice
1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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