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November 22, 2015 By Nicky 13 Comments

Delicious Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives + a secret ingredient

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A secret ingredient makes this Delicious Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives the MUST have appetizer for holiday parties.

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It’s time for entertaining and holiday celebrations with family and friends. I love getting together with everyone during the holidays. This time of year, we go to more parties than during the rest of the year combined. Between the cookie swaps, Ugly sweater nights, gift exchanges, dinner with friends, and holiday parties, the next few weeks are filled with fun events. A big part of these events is the holiday party food. When I need to bring anything to a holiday party, I bring this Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives. It is a hit no matter where we go.

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When attending a party, I never show up empty handed. If the host/hostess doesn’t request a special item, I’ll bring a bottle of wine and this Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives. When we throw a holiday party, I will often serve this alongside other items. This bread recipe is really simple and it allows me to spend more time with people and less time in the kitchen. The best memories I have of Christmas parties are the ones where I didn’t slave away in the kitchen, but rather laughed with friends.

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I mentioned that there is a secret ingredient in this bread. It’s the combination of the Kalamata Olives and Peperoncino Peppers. These mild peppers, when added to the Kalamata Olives and Feta cheese, take this simple bread to amazing heights. The flavor of the olives and tang of the peppers make this bread fly off the plate. You’ll always leave the party with an empty plate when you bring this appetizer.

The ingredients for this recipe are really simple. I like to use these Kalamata olives from Mezzetta. A family owner company since 1935, Mezzetta is committed to bringing their customers the highest quality foods available.

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Greek Bread prior to baking with different garnishes

When you have picky eaters, hide the peppers by chopping them up really well and add them to the spread. That way, the pickiest of eaters wouldn’t know they are in there. They’ll just know that this is the BEST food they’ve had this year. If you don’t have picky eaters, then add additional garnishes like more olives, green onions, or more peppers, as shown above. Make this recipe for your next holiday event and everyone will agree!

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Delicious Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives

Delicious Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives

A secret ingredient makes this Delicious Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives the MUST have appetizer for parties.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives

  • 1 Baguette, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 8oz cream cheese, softened
  • 4oz feta cheese, crumbled
  • 3 Tablespoons Greek Seasoning
  • 3 Tablespoons chopped Peperoncino peppers
  • 1/4 cupMezzettaKalamata Olives, chopped
  • Garnish (optional): Additional Peperoncino pepper slices, chopped Kalamata olives, and chopped green onions.

Greek Seasoning

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

Greek Bread with Kalamata Olives

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  2. In a stand mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, feta cheese, Greek seasoning, and Peperoncino peppers. Beat until well combined.
  3. Add chopped Kalamata olives, just until combined.
  4. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over sliced baguette halves. Garnish with additional items, if desired.
  5. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly browned.
  6. Remove bread from oven and allow to cool slightly. Cut into slices and serve.

Greek Seasoning

  1. Combine ingredients together. Makes about 3 tablespoons.

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1235Total Fat: 95gSaturated Fat: 54gCholesterol: 269mgSodium: 2553mgCarbohydrates: 42gSugar: 9gProtein: 39g
© Nicky
Cuisine: Greek

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What’s your favorite holiday memory? Share it with us below in the comments.

 

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizers and snacks

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About Nicky

Nicky Omohundro is a travel and active family lifestyle blogger and social media influencer based out of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She shares stories, destinations, and ideas on food, family, health, and outdoor recreation to help families find their own adventures. Her spirit animal is a caffeinated squirrel fueled by coffee, real food, and the desire to seek new adventures.

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Comments

  1. blankGina says

    November 22, 2015 at 4:31 pm

    This looks so delicious! I’d definitely have to hide the green peppers, but I think my kids would like the flavor.

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      November 28, 2015 at 3:47 pm

      It all works really well together.

      Reply
  2. blankLydiaF says

    November 27, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    This sounds like something good to make and serve with a light soup. Love it!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      November 28, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      Yes, it would be delicious with soup.

      Reply
  3. blank[email protected]/wp says

    November 27, 2015 at 9:37 pm

    This is such a clever idea! I wonder, do you do the oven baking at your house – before a party you have been invited to – or do you hope it won’t be a problem to heat it at the house you are visiting? I love how you hide the peperoncino and olives from picky eaters.

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      November 28, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      If I bring it to a party, I’ll ask the hostess before hand. Otherwise, I’ll bake it at home, slice at and serve it at room temperature.

      Reply
  4. blankKaterina says

    November 28, 2015 at 7:33 am

    Delicious bread and I love Kalamata olives!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      November 28, 2015 at 3:45 pm

      Thanks Katerina. I’m sure the olives you can get are amazing

      Reply
  5. blankKelly says

    November 28, 2015 at 10:10 am

    I really like that this is simple, but with fabulous flavors!! Great idea!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      November 28, 2015 at 3:43 pm

      For entertaining, I have to do simple. Otherwise, I would never get out of the kitchen.

      Reply
  6. blankBelgian Foodie says

    November 29, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    Yum yum, Nicky! During the holidays it’s so helpful having some appetizer ideas that are quick to make, especially prepared in advance and stick in oven right before serving! Can’t wait to try this!

    Reply
    • blankNicky says

      December 1, 2015 at 9:47 am

      Easy recipes are key for easy entertaining. They allow us to spend more time with our guests. Happy Holidays Brad!

      Reply
  7. blankKaren says

    December 6, 2015 at 12:10 pm

    Thanks, Nicky, for lining up at Let’s Get Real even though you aren’t hosting anymore. What a great idea to dress up a baguette in that way. I try to avoid gluten but I am passing on a link to this to my sister who will love it.

    Reply

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