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Festive Pesto Christmas Tree

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
1/4 cup refrigerated basil pesto sauce

1/2 of a crispy-style breadstick (optional)

Red bell pepper, chopped (optional garnish)

Stuffed green olives, sliced

 

Assorted crackers for accompaniment

1. Cut cream cheese in half diagonally. Place triangles together to form Christmas tree shape on serving plate.
2. Top with pesto sauce. Insert breadstick at base of triangle for "tree trunk." If desired, use chopped red bell pepper spooned on as garland and sliced stuffed green olives as "ornaments" to decorate the "tree".
3. Serve as a spread for assorted crackers.

Makes 10 servings.