This Simple Parmesan Spread Will Replace Your Store-Bought Dips

Though store-bought hummus and salsa is almost always a good call, sometimes I’m looking for a little more than vacuum-sealed plastic containers filled with my favorite spreads. Yes, these go-to grocery store products may be as easy as taking them off the shelf and placing them in your refrigerator, but here’s a recipe that will have you buying ingredients next time you are at the store.

To expand your collection of global dips and spreads, I recommend adding this Italian Parmesan spread to the rotation. Though you can’t buy it in the grocery store, I promise this recipe is almost as easy as opening your favorite store-bought guac and will change the way you cater pregames for the rest of your college career.

Parmesan Spread

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 2 minutesTotal time: 7 minutesServings:4 servings

Ingredients

• 8 oz fresh Parmesan
• 3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes

Instructions

1. 
   

   Begin by crumbling the Parmesan into small pieces with a fork.

2. 
   

   Add the crumbled Parmesan to a bowl with the extra virgin olive oil and red chili flakes. Stir until combined.

3. 
   

   Serve with crackers once the spread comes to room temperature.

4. 
   

   Store the spread in the refrigerator. For an extra fancy lunch, serve the leftover spread on tomatoes or arugula.