Antipasto Wreath
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Antipasto Wreath
Prep time: 20 minutes, plus refrigerating
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup chopped pepperoni
1/2 cup Grated Three Cheese Blend
1/4 cup chopped black olives
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
6 Tbsp. chopped roasted red peppers, divided
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley
Fresh basil leaves
RITZ Crackers

Mix cream cheese, pepperoni, grated cheese blend, olives, chopped basil and 2 tablespoons peppers until well blended. Shape into 16-inch log; wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to handle. Form into wreath shape on large plate. Top with remaining peppers and parsley. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve with RITZ Crackers. Refrigerate any leftovers. Serves 26 (2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each).


Variation: Serve with RITZ Snowflake Crackers.
Make Ahead: Cheese spread can be stored in refrigerator up to 24 hours before shaping into wreath.
Special Extra: Sprinkle plate with additional chopped parsley before topping with cheese spread.