Love My Philly

I love finger food for one simple reason, less dishes to dirty. Sure it can get a little messy sometimes, but isn’t that what they invented napkins for? So put down the knife and fork….and spoon, and get your fingers ready for these finger-licking recipes using Philadelphia cream cheese. Have napkins on stand by just in case! fendieodienfinfinrfienfinrfnirnfnsdrignisenginsignisnegineig

• Tea Sandwiches: These simple little sandwiches are perfect for your next gathering with the girls. My aunt used to make them for my cousins and me for our tea parties. Now I make them and enjoy them with a nice tall cold glass of iced tea. Perfect for a summer afternoon. Pick your favorite bread and simply spread your favorite Philly flavor and top with thin slices of fresh cucumber. Then cut into four squares and serve.

• Deviled Ham Sandwiches: You can make this spread and store (covered) for up to five days in the refrigerator. Even though it calls for white bread, rye actually makes it a little nuttier and more filling, which is always a good thing. Try it with Philadelphia chive and onion cream cheese instead of original for an extra kick.

• Chicken fingers with Cheese Sauce: Make a batch of your favorite frozen or homemade chicken tenders or nuggets and serve with a batch of cheesy sauce using Philadelphia cream cheese, cheese whiz, and chopped green onions. Also great for dipping tortilla chips or bread sticks!

• Crispy Wontons with Oriental Dipping: Serve these cute little bundles with some steamed edamame, and it’s a meal! Ground pork, ginger, and chive and onion Philly are wrapped up in a won ton wrapper, and then baked for 10 to 12 minutes. Served with a tangy oriental dipping sauce. These will be a family favorite before you know it!

• Three Pepper Quesadillas: Fresh, thick slices of green, yellow, and red bell peppers make these bold quesadillas something worth dreaming about. Folded into a flour tortilla with cheddar and Philly cream cheese, and serve with salsa for dipping. You can bake these in the oven or throw them on the grill real quick during a cook-out. Either way they taste amazing!