Gourmet Blue Cheese Stuffed Olives

Ingredients

Large green olives

1 jar (about 15-20 olives)

Cream cheese

4 ounces, softened

Blue cheese

3 ounces, crumbled

Garlic

1 clove, minced

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon, freshly ground

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Begin by draining the olives and patting them dry with paper towels to remove any excess brine, ensuring a perfect stuffing.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, crumbled blue cheese, minced garlic, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well integrated.
3. Using a small spoon or a piping bag, carefully stuff each olive with about 1 teaspoon of the cheese mixture, ensuring they are generously filled for an explosion of flavor in every bite.
4. Arrange the stuffed olives on a stylish serving platter and sprinkle with finely chopped fresh parsley to add a vibrant touch.
5. Cover the platter with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully and the cheese to firm up for easy snacking.
6. Serve these gourmet olives cold or at room temperature as a delightful appetizer that will have your guests raving.