TORTILLA APPETIZERS

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A delicate balance of Mexican flavors rolled up in tortillas and served with salsa, perfect for any or every occasion, a hit every time.

Provided by Pamela Joyce Ochsner

Time P1D

Yield 5-6 full size tortillas, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces softened cream cheese
8 ounces sour cream
4 ounces diced green chilies
4 ounces diced black olives
1/4 cup chopped green onion
8 ounces finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 large minced garlic clove
1 teaspoon salt
5 -6 thin flour tortillas
2 cups salsa, for topping

Steps:

  • drain black olives and green chilies well if using canned, or.
  • finely dice fresh black olives and fresh green chilies.
  • dice garlic and green onions finely.
  • mix sour cream and softened cream cheese.
  • mix black olives, green chilies, onions, garlic and salt
  • stir into mixture of cream cheese and sour cream.
  • stir in shredded cheddar.
  • Soften flour tortillas either by warming thoroughly, in bag, in microwave for 2 minutes, or by tossing individually on hot griddle.
  • spread each flour tortilla, one at a time, with 1/4- 1/2 cup mixture, spreading thinly.
  • begin rolling tortilla, tightly to prevent gaps, then roll gently to encase filling until rolled.
  • Slide tortillas into plastic bag, remove air, and refrigerate overnight until flavors have melded.
  • Slice thinly, lay out on plate, and serve with bowls of salsa.
  • Voila!

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