Creamy Olive Spread

Name: Creamy Olive Spread
Ingredients: 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 (4.25-ounce) can chopped black olives; 1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives; 1 garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional); Crackers or pita chips

8 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (4.25-ounce) can chopped black olives
1/2 cup chopped pimiento-stuffed olives
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
Crackers or pita chips

Directions

1

Stir together first 6 ingredients and, if desired, salt. Serve with crackers.
2

Note: To make ahead, place spread in an airtight container, and chill for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 weeks. Thaw in refrigerator. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes, and stir before serving.