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1. JOSEPH A

   ranch dressing
   blue cheese dressing
   creamy Italian dressing

   cream cheese

2. Om Namah Shivay

   Hmmm, I was thinking just butter. It sounds good. However, you can always top with cooked ground hamburger, jalapenos, sausage, pizza sauce or crumbled bacon. The ideas are endless. Good luck.

3. Kye

   Cream cheese? Butter? I dunno lol

4. Sew What?

   How about some sun dried tomatoes, black olives, and olive oil?

   A salmon spread. (canned salmon with a little mayo, brown mustard, paprika, salt and pepper).

   Olive cheese spread.

5. Shantal

   Sundried Tomato Goat Cheese Spread

   1 cup soft goat cheese
   1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
   3 cloves garlic, minced
   1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

   Directions

   Combine the goat cheese, tomatoes, garlic, and parsley in a food processor; mix until thoroughly combined. Sevre on bread or crackers.

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   Jalepeno Popper Spread

   2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
   1 cup mayonnaise
   1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
   2 ounces canned diced jalapeno peppers, drained
   1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

   Directions

   Stir together cream cheese and mayonnaise in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in green chiles and jalapeno peppers. Pour mixture into a microwave safe serving dish, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

   Microwave on High until hot, about 3 minutes.

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   Garlic & Herb Spread

   1 stick butter, softened
   1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
   2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
   2 cloves garlic, minced
   1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
   1 teaspoon dried parsley
   1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
   1/4 teaspoon dried dill weed
   1/4 teaspoon dried basil
   1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

   Directions

   Mix together the butter, cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, oregano, parsley, thyme, dill, basil, and pepper in a bowl until evenly combined. Chill in refrigerator overnight or 8 hours.

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   Feta Dill Cream Cheese Spread

   2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
   1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
   3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
   2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

   Directions

   In a medium bowl, thoroughly blend cream cheese, feta cheese, garlic, and dill with an electric mixer. Cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours.

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   Crab Spread

   1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
   1 cup mayonnaise
   1 cup sour cream
   1 tablespoon lemon juice
   1 cup chopped green onions
   1 pound imitation crabmeat, chopped

   Directions

   Beat together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, and lemon juice in a large bowl until smooth. Stir in the green onions and crabmeat, season with salt and pepper. Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

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   Ham Spread

   3 cups ground fully cooked ham
   2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
   2 teaspoons finely chopped green onion
   2 teaspoons finely chopped dill pickle
   3/4 cup mayonnaise
   2 tablespoons prepared mustard
   dash hot sauce
   black pepper

   Directions

   In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Combine mayonnaise and mustard; add to ham mixture, season with hot sauceand pepper, mix well. Refrigerate until serving.

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   Bruschetta Spread

   6 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
   1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, packed in oil
   3 cloves minced garlic
   1/4 cup olive oil
   2 tablespoons vinegar
   1/4 cup fresh basil, stems removed
   1/4 teaspoon salt
   1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
   1 cup grated parmesan cheese

   Directions

   Combine all ingredients, chill until serving time. Serve with baguette, bread or crackers.