Easy do-ahead.

Preparation time 10 minutes.

8 oz. cream cheese
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, mashed
1/2 tsp. oregano (3/4 if desired)
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/8 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. minced parsley

Combine all ingredients. Serve on crackers. Serves 6-8.