Sometimes it's the simple things in life that bring the most pleasure – clear blue skies, the smell of cut grass, a garden filled with family and friends, and a selection of delicious snacks to share.

Favourite foods taste even better when enjoyed in the fresh air and what better way to celebrate the arrival of summer than by putting on a tasty spread – either to enjoy with friends or just to treat yourself.

Of course, no one wants want to spend all day hidden away in the kitchen and thanks to Primula Cheese, you don't have to. This selection of quick but delicious snacks all feature the creamy cheesy taste of Primula, combined with a variety of fresh, tasty ingredients – the perfect accompaniment to a sunny summer's day.

In the unlikely event there are any leftovers, these snacks are also perfect for indulging in once the sun has gone down, providing a great excuse to take a moment to relax and enjoy a tasty treat while enjoying a quiet night in.

And, because Primula Cheese is wholly owned by the Kavli Trust, all profits go to charity meaning every time you buy Primula you know you're supporting good causes in the UK and abroad.

Classy Salmon, Radish & Cheese Crackers

Grilled, seared, smoked or baked, salmon is a summer favourite, especially when teamed with its trusty taste companion – Primula Cheese. 

This recipe is topped with finely sliced radish for simple seasonality.

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 2 sea salt flat breads
• 150g tube of Primula Cheese with Prawn
• 60g smoked salmon
• 1 radish, finely sliced
• Parsley, finely chopped
• Dill leaves 
• Cracked black pepper
• Lemon zest

Method

• Take the cracker, spread with Primula and place smoked salmon on top
• Make it extra special by sprinkling with a little radish, lemon zest, parsley and dill
• Finally, season with black pepper

Graze-on-the-go Peppers

Always find yourself running around after the grandkids, picking at their leftovers but never quite have the time for a sit down snack? These sweet saviours are ideal for grazing on-the-go - slice, squeeze, skedaddle.

Ingredients (makes 25)

• 12 Mini Sweet Peppers
• 150g of Primula Cheese, any flavour
• Chives – left whole
• Pitted olives, sliced into rings
• Pickled gherkins, sliced 

Method

• Slice mini peppers in half vertically and remove the seeds
• Squeeze Primula cheese into the hollow
• Sprinkle with chives, olives or pickled gherkins

Primula 'shake things up' Shots

If you're avoiding starchy crackers (or wheat altogether!) alternate your cheese hit with sticks of peak-season fruit and veg.

Dunk away!

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 150g tube of Primula Cheese – any flavour
• 1 carrot, 1 celery stick and ½ a cucumber all cut into fine strips
• Splash of milk  

Method

• In a small mixing bowl loosen your favourite Primula cheese with a little milk to resemble the texture of a dip
• Pour into shot glasses, approximately a third full
• Place a few strips of each vegetable into the dip and serve

Homemade Salsa & Primula Pittas

Homemade tomato salsa with garden-ripe flavours paired with creamy Primula Cheese.

Perfect for quiet afternoons in the garden or alternatively keep the salsa chilled and snack until the sun goes down. Top with fresh basil, et voila!

Ingredients (Serves 6)

• 4 pittas (wholemeal for added nutrition)
• 150g tube of Primula Cheese – any flavour
• 3 tomatoes, finely chopped
• 1 yellow pepper, sliced and deseeded 
• 3 spring onions, finely chopped
• A large handful of fresh basil leaves picked and finely chopped (with a few leaves kept whole for garnish)
• 2 tbsp white wine vinegar

Method

• Prepare pitta bread as per packet directions and cut each into three 'triangles'
• Combine the tomatoes, peppers, spring onions, basil and vinegar in a bowl to make a salsa
• Season to taste
• Spread a generous squeeze of Primula Cheese onto each piece of pitta
• Drain the salsa with a sieve and spoon on top
• Garnish with the whole basil leaves

Tomato “Pops” 

If you're looking for fuss-free inspiration that looks amazing, these juice-filled flavour bursts are the perfect colour pop addition to any buffet  

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes
• Primula Light Cheese
• Chives - finely chopped
• Wooden Skewers (for decoration)

Method

• With a sharp knife cut a lid off the base of the tomatoes
• With a small sharp knife cut the core out of each tomato and scrape out the seeds.
• Drain upside down on kitchen paper.
• Fill the tomatoes with Primula Light Cheese straight from the tube.
• Insert a wooden skewer into the stalk end of the tomato.
• Sprinkle with chopped chives.

For more information on Primula please visit www.primula.co.uk 

ENDS

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For further information, please contact:

Kelly Elliott, Courtney Stevens or Emma Campbell at O PR on 0191 232 5690 / primula@opr.co.uk

Notes to Editors:

Primula Cheese can be found on social channels using the following links: Facebook.com/PrimulaCheese / Twitter.com/Primula_Cheese / Instagram.com/LovePrimula

• Primula is part of the Kavli Group, the world's first manufacturer of processed cheese, established in 1893 in Norway.
• Olav Kavli started selling his famous Primula Cheese in the UK in 1929 and established a factory here in 1936.
• Primula has been a leading family brand for over 90 years. Most famous for its cheese tubes, the squeezy cheese range consists of Original Cheese, Cheese and Chive, Cheese and Ham, Cheese and Prawn and Primula Light Cheese Spread. Kavli Ltd also owns Castle MacLellan Foods Limited, brand leader for pate which is based in Kirkcudbright, Scotland and St Helens Farm, brand leader in Goats milk and associated products.
• The Kavli Group is fully owned by the Kavli Trust, a charitable organisation which is committed to supporting good causes. Annually it donates profits to charitable causes, supporting research, humanitarian and cultural projects within the UK and worldwide.