Warm Italiano Spread

Thought I would share an easy appetizer that was a big crowd pleaser.

what you need

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Neufchatel Cheese

1/4 cup  Pesto

1 Plum tomato, chopped

1/4 cup  KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend

TRISCUIT Cracked Pepper & Olive Oil Crackers

make it

HEAT grill to medium heat. Place unwrapped Neufchatel cheese on 8-inch square sheet of heavy-duty foil; top with pesto, tomatoes and shredded cheese.

PLACE foil on grill; cover with lid. Grill 8 to 10 min. or until shredded cheese is melted and Neufchatel is softened, but still holding its shape.

TRANSFER foil to platter. Serve spread with crackers.

* Made with quality cheeses crafted in the USA.

kraft kitchens tips

HOW TO PREPARE IN YOUR OVEN

Prepare this recipe year-round, by baking in a 375ºF-oven 12 to 14 min. or until shredded cheese is melted and Neufchatel is softened, but still holding its shape.

Courtesy of Kraft.com