3 (8 oz. ea.) pkgs. cream cheese, at room temperature
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped chives
1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

Combine all ingredients in a food processor or mix with the paddle attachment of an electric mixer.

Refrigerate until 20 minutes before use.

Spread on crackers, crostini.

Submitted by: CM