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Tombstone Dip

Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 pieces
Calories 250
A spooky and delicious dip perfect for Halloween parties, combining creamy cheese, spicy peppers, and tapenade for a flavorful treat.

Ingredients

Dairy

  • 8 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
  • 4 ounces white cheddar (finely grated)

Sauces & Condiments

  • 2 tablespoons favorite hot sauce (or to taste)

Vegetables

  • 2 scallions scallions (chopped, save some for garnish)
  • 4 ounces sliced pimenton peppers (drained and patted dry, save some for garnish)

Other

  • 1 cup black olive tapenade

Crackers & Garnishes

  • Town House Crackers
  • Food Grade Markers
  • chopped parsley
  • pimenton "snakes"
  • scallions

Instructions 

  • Combine softened cream cheese and grated cheddar in a food processor and pulse to mix.
  • Add hot sauce and blend; transfer to a bowl and stir in chopped scallions.
  • Chop most pimenton peppers, reserve some for garnish, and mix into the cheese mixture.
  • Spread the cheese mixture into a shallow dish and refrigerate to firm up.
  • Once chilled, spread tapenade over the cheese layer and serve with crackers.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for best flavor and consider decorating with pimenton "snakes" for a spooky effect.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dip