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Roasted Cashews and Asiago Chicken Spread

 with Fresh Herbs

By The Gourmet Farm Girl

2 medium size boneless skinless chicken breasts

3 cloves roasted garlic

1/3 cup roasted cashew halves

2 tablespoons butter

1 small red pepper

1/3 cup real mayonnaise

3 green onions

1/3 cup Asiago cheese (shredded)

5-6 large basil leaves

1/4 cups cilantro leaves

pinch of salt and pepper

Assorted crackers or toasted baguette slices

Bring 2 quarts water to a boil and poach chicken for 7-10 minutes till cooked through; remove and drain. Allow chicken to cool then tear into a few large chunks.

While chicken is cooling; melt the butter in a small saute pan; roast the garlic and cashews over medium high heat for 1-2 minutes till just warm and slightly browned. (Be careful not to burn)

Place all the ingredients into the large bowl of a food processor and pulse till just blended.

Refrigerate for several hours before serving.

Serve with toasted baguettes, pita chips or your favorite cracker.

Serves 15-20

ENJOY!