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10 Ways to Use Cream Cheese This Summer
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Read on for 10 ways to use cream cheese this summer.
Creamy Chicken With Roasted Poblanos
Creamy chicken and roasted poblano chiles star in this easy skillet dish. But to be perfectly honest, the pomegranate seeds kind of steal the show.
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No-Bake Raspberry-Lemon Bars
The raspberries and lemon juice in this treat make it perfect for summer. The best part is that you don't have to turn the oven on!
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Fisherman's Chowder
Looking for an easy but delicious seafood chowder? This hearty recipe is simple!
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Chicken Alfredo Pesto Pasta
This creamy combination of two favorite pasta sauces uses shortcuts like cream cheese spread—a clever way to serve an impressive dish in no time!
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Bacon Appetizer Crescents
Savory dip meets crescent roll for a whole new take on hot appetizers. These toasty bites will go faster than you can say, "They have bacon."
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Cobb Salad Dip
This Cobb Salad Dip is the perfect spread for parties.
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Quick Pasta Carbonara
Cream cheese is the shortcut to making this classic Italian sauce. Bacon gives it added flavor.
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Smoked Salmon Chips
Looking for a party appetizer? Smoked Salmon on Chips are easy to make and delicious.
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You might be missing out on using a very common kitchen ingredient. Cream cheese goes far beyond the bagel. It's actually a versatile spread that can add a creamy texture to main dishes, dips or even desserts .
Between no-bake desserts and creamy alfredo pasta sauce, cream cheese will make a tasty addition to so many of your favorite recipes this summer.
Check out the slideshow above for 10 great new ways to use cream cheese.
