Three-Cheese Pepperoncini Spread

Name: Three-Cheese Pepperoncini Spread
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 16 servings.
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened; 1 cup crumbled feta cheese; 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped pepperoncini; 1 tablespoon juice from pepperoncini; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; Assorted crackers

Our big family loves to celebrate with food. Here’s my take on a cheesy Greek spread known as Kopanisti. We serve it with pita crisps or crackers. —Michael Hall, Goodland, Indiana

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pepperoncini
1 tablespoon juice from pepperoncini
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic clove
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
Assorted crackers

Directions

Place first 8 ingredients in a food processor; if desired, add pepper flakes. Pulse just until combined (do not process until smooth).
Remove to a bowl; refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.