Soften the Cheese: Let the cream cheese (and optional goat cheese or mascarpone) sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cheese until it’s smooth and fluffy.

Add Flavor: Gently fold in half of the chopped pistachios, dried cranberries, 1 tablespoon of parsley, and honey.

Shape the Log: Pour the cheese mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Form it into a log shape, rolling it tightly in the wrap.

Coat the Log: Once chilled, unwrap the cheese log and roll it in the remaining chopped pistachios, cranberries, and parsley.

Drizzle and Serve: Lightly drizzle honey over the log before serving.

Pair with Accompaniments: Serve with crackers, baguette slices, or fresh apple and pear slices.