Layered Pesto Appetizer Dip

This quick, delicious Pesto Appetizer draws on flavorful ingredients you can easily keep on hand, to toss this recipe together at a moment's notice.

It's always a popular party dish … be prepared to hand out the recipe!

– Cannellini beans – Reduced-fat cream cheese – Salt – Pesto – Artichoke hearts – Red peppers

In a blender or food processor, combine the beans, cream cheese, and salt until very smooth, scraping the sides as needed.

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Spread the cream cheese mixture onto a platter or appetizer serving tray.

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Then spread a thin layer of pesto over top, not quite to the edge of the cream cheese mixture.

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Top the pesto with artichokes, roasted red peppers, and Kalamatas. Sprinkle feta cheese evenly on top.

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Swipe up for full recipe!

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