Ah, springtime. It’s the time of year where we wash away the frigid chills of winter with warm sunshine, bright colors, and fresh, breezy flavors that awaken the senses. The air is filled with the scent of blooming flowers, the warmth of golden sunshine, and the promise of longer, brighter days ahead. Spring is a season that inspires lighter, fresher meals and indulgent yet airy treats that capture the essence of spring’s beauty.

And, what better way to welcome spring than by teaming up with PHILADELPHIA to bring you this collection of fresh, bright flavors! Whether you’re craving something zesty, creamy, or sweet, these recipes capture the essence of the season in the most delicious way. From tart but savory Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta to indulgent yet delicate Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts, these recipes are the perfect way to celebrate the season.

So, let the flavors of spring take over your kitchen! Whether you’re hosting a brunch, planning a picnic, or simply enjoying a cozy evening at home, these spring-inspired recipes are sure to bring a little extra sunshine to your table.

Cream Cheese Cucumber Dip

Difficulty: Easy • 12 Servings • Total Time: 2 Hours 10 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
• 2 tsp. LEA & PERRINS Worcestershire Sauce
• 2 tsp. finely chopped fresh dill
• 1 tsp. zest and 1 Tbsp. juice from 1 lemon
• 3/4 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded English cucumber (do not squeeze)

Directions:

1. BEAT all ingredients except cucumbers in medium bowl with mixer until blended.
2. STIR in cucumbers.
3. REFRIGERATE 2 hrs.

Creamy Lemon Shrimp Pasta

Difficulty: Easy • 4 Servings • Total Time: 20 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 1/2 lb. linguine
• 1/2 lb. thawed frozen uncooked cleaned large shrimp
• 4 cups tightly packed baby spinach leaves
• 1/4 cup julienne-cut oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• 4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed
• 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice and 1 tsp. lemon zest

Directions:

1. COOK pasta as directed on package.
2. MEANWHILE, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shrimp; cook 3 to 5 min. or until shrimp turn pink, stirring frequently. Add spinach, tomatoes and garlic powder; mix lightly.
3. DRAIN pasta, reserving 1/4 cup of the cooking water. Add pasta and reserved cooking water to shrimp mixture in skillet along with remaining ingredients; cook 2 to 3 min. or until cream cheese is completely melted and sauce is well blended, stirring frequently.

Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts

Difficulty: Easy • 12 Servings • Total Time: 55 Minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen puff pastry sheet (1/2 of 17.3-oz. pkg.), thawed
• 1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
• 1/3 cup canned sweetened condensed milk
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1 tsp. lemon zest
• 1/2 cup thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping
• 1-1/2 cups mixed berries

Directions:

1. HEAT oven to 400°F.
2. UNFOLD pastry sheet on lightly floured cutting board. Use tip of small sharp knife to gently score line in pastry, 1/2 inch from edges. (Be careful to not cut through to bottom of pastry sheet.)
3. USE tip of fork to prick shallow holes, 1/4 inch apart, in center of pastry sheet.
4. BAKE 15 min. or until golden brown; cool completely.
5. BEAT cream cheese in medium bowl with mixer until creamy. Gradually add sweetened condensed milk, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla and lemon zest; mix well. Gently stir in COOL WHIP.
6. SPREAD cream cheese mixture evenly over pastry just before serving; top with berries.