Great Philadelphia Cream Cheese Recipes

Archives for May, 2009

Tortellini with Salmon & Dill

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It’s finally Friday and you know what that means…traffic jams and people hurrying to get to their tables at bustling restaurants. Personally, I’d rather stay in with the family. The only question? What to cook! Well, if you’re a fan of three-cheese tortellini, then you’re going to be a fan of this Tortellini with Salmon & Dill dish. Just add cream cheese, milk, cucumbers, smoked salmon and dill– it’ll look like a five-star dish, all in the comfort of your own home.

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 25 min
Makes: 4 servings, 1 cup each
Ingredients
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1/4 cup milk
1/2 cup chopped cucumbers
3 oz. smoked salmon, cut into thin strips
2 tsp. chopped fresh dill
1 pkg. (9 oz.) refrigerated three-cheese tortellini, cooked, drained (2-1/2 cups)
Instructions

PLACE cream cheese and milk in medium saucepan; cook on low heat until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.

ADD cucumbers, salmon and dill; mix well. Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.

TOSS with the hot tortellini.

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Raspberry Kisses

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There are days when you’re in the mood for something crispy and sometimes, something soft and cake-like. Great news! With these Raspberry Kisses, you can have it anyway you like! Serve immediately for a crispier texture or place them in an airtight container overnight for a cake-like delight.

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 2 doz. or 12 servings, 2 cookie sandwiches each

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Ingredients
48 NILLA Wafers
1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1/4 cup seedless raspberry jam or preserves
1 Tbsp. powdered sugar
Instructions
SPREAD 24 wafers each with 1 tsp. cream cheese spread; top each with 1/2 tsp. jam.
COVER with remaining wafers to make sandwiches.
SPRINKLE with sugar. Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator.
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Nutty Cheese Crock

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Who knew Cream Cheese and Dijon Mustard could make such an awesome combination? Just add cheddar and parmesan cheese, some walnuts and a clove of minced garlic and you’re good to go! Don’t forget to refrigerate for at least one hour before dipping your TRISCUIT Crackers in them!

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 1 hr 15 min
Makes: 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

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Ingredients
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 cup chopped PLANTERS Walnuts
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
Instructions
BEAT all ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended; cover.
REFRIGERATE at least 1 hour.
SERVE as a spread on TRISCUIT Crackers.
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Corn Souffle

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Looking for a dish that is versatile enough to pair with your favorite barbecued meat, beef stew, chicken soup or even chili? This Corn Soufflé is it! For a special bonus, you can even add ¼ cup of sliced green onions along with the corn, muffin mix and eggs.

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 55 min
Makes: 16 servings

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Ingredients
2 Tbsp. butter
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
1 can (15-1/4 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (14.75 oz.) cream-style corn
1 pkg. (8.5 oz.) corn muffin mix
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
PREHEAT oven to 350ºF. Microwave butter in medium microwaveable bowl on HIGH 30 sec. or until melted. Add cream cheese; continue microwaving 15 sec. or until cream cheese is softened; stir until well blended. Add both corns, muffin mix and eggs; mix well.
POUR into greased 13×9-inch baking pan; sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
BAKE 40 min. or until golden brown. Cool slightly.
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Cranberry Cool Smoothie

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My refrigerator always has an assortment of juices. Especially with the warm weather here to stay, a nice, cool beverage is always a pleasure. If you happen to have a bottle of cranberry raspberry juice/drink, low-fat vanilla yogurt, 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese and a working blender, then you’re in for a cool surprise!

Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 4 servings, about 1 cup each

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Ingredients
2 cups cranberry raspberry drink
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese
1 cup vanilla low-fat yogurt
Instructions
PLACE cranberry raspberry drink and cream cheese in blender or food processor; cover. Blend until smooth.
ADD yogurt; cover. Blend until smooth.
SERVE over ice cubes, if desired.
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My afternoons go by too quickly because I always have my hands tied with some sort of errand around the house! Speaking of ties, this bow-tie pasta dish is great when you’re on-the-go but won’t opt for ‘to-go.’ Feel free to get creative and substitute with your favorite veggies.


Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 25 min
Makes: 4 servings, 1-3/4 cups each


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Ingredients
3 cups whole wheat farfalle (bow-tie pasta), uncooked
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
3 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) Italian-style diced tomatoes, undrained
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat than Cream Cheese, cubed
1/2 cup water
1/4 tsp. pepper
3 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
COOK pasta as directed on package.
MEANWHILE, cook chicken in large skillet on medium heat 5 to 6 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally. Add bacon, tomatoes, cream cheese, water and pepper; mix well. Cook 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended, stirring frequently.
DRAIN pasta; place in serving bowl. Add sauce; mix lightly. Sprinkle with Parmesan.
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Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 10 servings

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Ingredients
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese with Chive & Onion
1 pkg. (16 oz.) cherry tomatoes
1 pkg. (9.5 oz.) TRISCUIT Crackers
1 pkg. (9 oz.) OSCAR MAYER Deli Fresh Shaved Smoked Ham
1 pkg. (8 oz.) sugar snap peas
1 pkg. (6 oz.) KRAFT Cracker Cuts Colby and Monterey Jack Cheese
Instructions
SPOON cream cheese into serving dish; place on large platter.
SURROUND with remaining ingredients.
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Prep Time: 10 min
Total Time: 10 min
Makes: 2 servings

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Ingredients
2 carrots, shredded
2 Tbsp. sliced black olives
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Tuscan House Italian Dressing and Marinade
2 whole wheat pita breads (8-1/2 inch), cut in half
2 Tbsp. PHILADELPHIA 1/3 Less Fat Cream Cheese, softened
2 lettuce leaves, torn in half
1 red pepper, cut into 8 rings
Instructions
COMBINE carrots, olives and dressing.
SPREAD insides of pitas with cream cheese.
FILL with lettuce, peppers and carrot mixture.
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Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 18 min
Makes: 8 servings, 1 cup each

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Ingredients
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup chopped PLANTERS Sliced Almonds
8 cups torn salad greens
1 Granny Smith apple, thinly sliced
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
1/2 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
Instructions
SPRAY medium skillet with cooking spray; heat on medium heat. Meanwhile, coat cream cheese cubes with almonds.
ADD to skillet; cook 3 min. or until golden brown, turning occasionally.
TOSS remaining ingredients in large bowl. Top with cheese. Serve immediately.
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Easy Berry “Torte”

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Prep Time: 30 min
Total Time: 4 hr 45 min
Makes: 8 servings

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Ingredients
15 NABISCO Ginger Snaps, finely crushed
25 NILLA Wafers, finely crushed
1/2 cup PLANTERS Chopped Pecans
1/3 cup butter, melted
1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2 cups blueberries
2 cups raspberries
Instructions
HEAT oven to 375ºF. Mix cookie crumbs, nuts and butter; press onto bottom and 1 inch up side of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 5 min.; cool completely.
BEAT cream cheese, sugar and vanilla with mixer until blended; spread onto bottom of crust. Top with berries.
REFRIGERATE 4 hours or until firm.
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