savory herb cheesecake
I love to create cheesecakes. My husband makes wine. Today I created one that will pair nicely with crackers, veggies, fruit and a bottle of wine. Voila, my savory herb cheesecake…. It’s what’s for dinner!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup wheat thin crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
- 1/4 olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 rosemary sprigs
- thyme, leaves
- chives, bunch
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 eggs
How To Make savory herb cheesecake
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Step 1Add melted butter to crushed crackers. Press in bottom of a springform pan. Bake 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
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Step 2Mix cream cheese with ricotta. Set aside. In food processor, add herbs, garlic and olive oil. Chop. Add to cheese mixture. Add Parmesan cheese. Mix well. Add eggs one at a time. When mixed, pour over crust. Bake 325 degrees for 35-40 minutes.
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Step 3Run knife around edge. Cool for 10 minutes. Remove rim. Let cool. Add a sprig of rosemary, thyme and basil leaves for decoration. Serve with crackers, fruit, vegetables, wine or whatever you wish.
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