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My daughter has been going through this weird phase where she hides things. All the things.
My phone. The television remote. Her school books. Her brother’s Kindle. Her Dad’s wallet. My purse.
She thinks she’s hilarious.
Guys. I am hear to tell you that she is wrong. She is so very wrong. There is nothing funny about getting perfectly comfortable on the couch, your pillow arranged just perfectly under your head, your dog curled up right on top of your toes to keep them warm, knowing that there is a brand new Grey’s Anatomy just waiting for you on your DVR, only to reach out for the controller that you just put on the coffee table. And then you discover that your daughter somehow managed to sneak off with the controller while she was distracting you with pleas for a snack.
My life is so hard.
Anyway, let’s talk about things that will make us happy instead. Like this cracker spread! It’s delightful, you guys.
Green olives have always been a favorite and when they’re mixed with cream cheese and pecans things just get even better. The texture of the pecans is perfect in this dip and the salty olives are amazing. Please do keep in mind that green olives are salty and if you are not a fan of salt you will probably not be a fan of this dip. Do not send me hate mail, mkay?
Now, grab yourself a bowl of dip and a handful of crackers and get eating. Quickly, before my daughter comes along and hides your food.
Green Olive & Pecan Spread
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup green olives finely diced
- 1 cup pecans finely diced
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for one hour before serving.
- Serve with crackers.
Laura King says
Hello Karly, just wanted to thank you for this recipe. I’ve been meaning to write this for quite some time. My family and I have loved this spread since the first time I made it. My oldest and her girls ask for it all the time. I’m making it for a gathering for all of the children and grandchildren tomorrow. I have to double it because there’s 12 of them ?. Thank you from my kitchen to yours, Laura.
Karly says
So glad it’s such a family favorite, Laura! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Lateef says
You are a queen!!!!!!! Thank you sooooooo much!
elizabeth sunshine says
LOVE LOVE LOVE this dip/spread, but i toasted my pecans!! wow!
Sue says
Could the sodium be right . That’s a heart attack .
Karly says
Green olives are very salty and that amount is for the full recipe. Divide by the number of people you plan to serve for a more accurate number. 🙂
Senika @ Foodie Blog Stalker says
I just bought green olives & had no plan for them – now I do!! Going camping this weekend and bringing this along for sure!
Susan says
This dip recipe has been around for many, many years. It is from the Hints from Heloise column, in the newspaper. She routinely runs the recipe every few years.
G Pentecost says
can Miracle Whip be used…not a fan of mayo Thanks
Karly says
I would not use Miracle Whip here, since it would make the spread sweet, but you can try it if you think it sounds good.
Traci-Ann says
Mmmmmmmm this is divine!.. I really love “Tapenade” so I knew I would love this too… I didn’t have pecans so I used walnuts, sprinkled with a little dill on top for color but I would also use paprika or dried parsley. My olives also were stuffed with pimento so a little more color and flavor… I will make this for Christmas this year. Thanks so much for your recipe!
Karly says
So glad you enjoyed it!
Lauren says
I’m not a fan of olives, I wonder if sun-dried tomatoes could take their place?
What else could I use?
Lauren
Karly says
@Lauren,
I think sun dried tomatoes would be great. I haven’t tried it, but sounds good!
Asima says
Do you use pimento stuffed olives? Or just plain green olives?
Karly says
@Asima,
Yep, pimento stuffed!
Cindy says
Karly, this was the first of your recipes I’ve tried that noone cared for. It sounded so good. Maybe a little better if the nuts were toasted, and I did have to use fat free cream cheese and lite mayo, but it just didn’t work. I’ll always be a loyal follower, though, no worries there!
Karly says
So sorry to hear that it didn’t turn out for you! It’s definitely a strong flavor!
Joanne says
I’m almost glad i don’t live in your house because I would convinced myself I have early onset Alzheimer’s by now. Good thing you’re more relaxed about it than I would be!
I am all about the salty. This = new football distraction food.
Tahnycooks says
I would have to agree with you…..not funny! 😉 Yes, kids are cute and funny I get it, but when you finally settle down for the day on the couch for 10 minutes and grab for that remote and you are forced to get back up?!?!!??!!! Not funny. Hearing her laugh is probably pretty darn cute though….!
This dip looks so creamy good! I love all olives!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
Too funny about your little one! Sneaky!!
I am loving this dip, such a great combo!
Chandra@The Plaid and Paisley Kitchen says
I love it! She’s a little minx! This dip is right up my alley! I love love love anything olives!