Heavenly Herbed Cheese

Cream cheese and ricotta combine with garlic and herbs for a delicious cracker spread. Sprinkle the mixture with black sesame seeds for an attractive presentation.

Ingredients:

• 3 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1-8 oz pkg. cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 teaspoon herbes de provence
• 1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
• 1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons black sesame seeds

Directions:

Combine all ingredients, except sesame seeds, in a mixing bowl. Pack into attractive mold that has been lightly coated with nonstick cooking spray. Cover top tightly with plastic wrap. Chill at least 4 hours. Unmold and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.

Number of Servings: 12

Notes from the Cook: This herbed cheese is pleasantly seasoned and is creamy enough to make a good spread for crackers.