Released on = December 10, 2005, 7:41 pm

Press Release Author = Reliable Co

Industry = Small Business

Press Release Summary = The holidays are a joyous time for gathering with family and
friends, and delicious food is sure to bring life to the party. Whether you are
hosting a get together of your own or bringing a dish to a party at a friend's
house, unique, flavorful recipes don't have to take hours to prepare.

Press Release Body =

Whether you're serving a pre-prepared spread from your grocery store or something
you've made yourself, it's sure to be a hit with your guests if you're serving it
with the right cracker, such as Triscuit Rosemary & Olive Oil crackers. The flavor
combination of rosemary and olive oil baked into the cracker will add instant zest
and festivity to any appetizer.

If you're looking for some easy recipes for the holidays, here are a few delicious
ones from Triscuit you can whip up in a matter of minutes:

Spinach Tomato and Feta Melt

(The spread can be mixed up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate until ready to
bake as directed).

Prep: 10 minutes/Total: 30 minutes

Ingredients:

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed, well drained

1/2 cup Breakstone's or Knudsen Low Fat Cottage Cheese

1 small tomato, chopped (about 1/2 cup)

1/4 cup Athenos Crumbled Reduced Fat Feta Cheese

Triscuit Rosemary & Olive Oil Crackers

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Mix all ingredients except crackers until well
blended. Spoon into lightly greased 2- to 2-1/2-cup heatproof crock.

Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through.

Serve as a spread with the crackers.

Makes 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 6 crackers each.

Nutrition Information Per Serving: 140 calories, 4.5g total fat, 1g saturated fat,
0mg cholesterol, 200mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate, 4g dietary fiber, less than 1g
sugars, 5g protein.

* Apricot & Almond Cheese Log

Prep: 15 minutes/Total: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1 container (8 ounces) Philadelphia Light Cream Cheese Spread

1/4 cup finely chopped dried apricots

1 tablespoon grated lemon peel

1/2 cup Planters Sliced Almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped

Triscuit Rosemary & Olive Oil Crackers

Directions:

Mix cream cheese spread, apricots and lemon peel until well blended. Shape into
6-inch log.

Roll in almonds until evenly coated on all sides. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve as a spread with the crackers.

Makes 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 6 crackers each.

Special Extra: Bringing this colorful cheese log to a holiday party? Remember to
pack a copy of the recipe. You\'re sure to get requests!

Nutrition Information Per Serving: 190 calories, 9g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat,
10mg cholesterol, 220mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate, 4g dietary fiber, 3g sugars, 5g
protein.

* Roast Beef, Arugula and Blue Cheese Toppers

Prep Time: 10 minutes/Total time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

12 Triscuit Rosemary & Olive Oil Crackers

12 baby arugula leaves

3 thin slices deli roast beef (about 2-1/2 ounces), quartered

1 tablesoon Kraft Light Done Right! Roka Blue Cheese Reduced Fat Dressing

3 grape or cherry tomatoes, quartered

Directions:

Top crackers evenly with remaining ingredients.

Serve immediately.

Makes 4 servings, 3 topped crackers each.

Creative Leftovers: Prepare these easy appetizers using thinly sliced leftover
cooked London broil or flank steak.

Nutrition Information Per Serving: 110 calories, 4g total fat, 1g saturated fat,
15mg cholesterol, 120mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate, 2g dietary fiber, less than 1g
sugars, 7g protein.



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