Spinach, Basil and Jalapeno Spread
Making your own spinach cream cheese spread is quick and easy to prepare. Simply puree in food processor until smooth.
Ingredients
1 Ben's Whole Wheat Bagel, split and toasted
1/2 cup (125 mL) light cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup (60 mL) thawed chopped spinach, pressed dry
2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped pickled jalapeno peppers
1 tbsp (15 mL) water 1 tbsp (15 mL) chopped fresh basil
1 clove garlic
2 slices tomatoes Pinch each salt and pepper
Directions
Add cream cheese, spinach, jalapeno, water, garlic, basil, salt and pepper to food processor; pulse until smooth.
Spread 1 tbsp (15 mL) over each bagel half. Keep remaining refrigerated for another use. Top with tomato. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Tip: Garnish sandwich with grated Parmesan cheese, jalapenos or alfalfa sprouts if desired. Use this spread as a dip or filling in sandwiches.
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