Best Basil Dried Cranberry Spread Recipes

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ROSEMARY CRANBERRY SPREAD



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Make and share this Rosemary Cranberry Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Barbell Bunny

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons dried sweetened cranberries
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
fresh cracked pepper and kosher salt

Steps:

  • Place all cream cheese into a bowl and using a spoon, fold in all ingredients until well combined.
  • Serve along side crackers or toasted baguette slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1, Fat 19.6, SaturatedFat 11, Cholesterol 62.5, Sodium 182.9, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 6.7, Protein 3.5

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

One 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature
1/4 cup cranberry sauce
1/2 orange, zested and juiced
1/2 orange, zested and juiced
1/2 cup chopped pecans
Toasted bagels, for serving

Steps:

  • Process the cream cheese, cranberry sauce, orange zest and juice until smooth, then pulse in your pecans. Spread on a bagel!

GORGONZOLA & CRANBERRY CHEESE BALL



Gorgonzola & Cranberry Cheese Ball image

A cheese ball is a classic appetizer to take to any gathering, and it's so easy to make. This version, studded with tangy dried cranberries, is a holiday hit. -Kathy Hahn, Pollock Pines, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 cup dried cranberries
2 tablespoons each finely chopped onion, celery, green pepper and sweet red pepper
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
3/4 cup chopped pecans
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cheeses. Stir in the cranberries, vegetables and pepper sauce. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Roll cheese ball in pecans. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 277mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED GARLIC CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



Roasted Garlic Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread image

Lightly sweet and savoury with a delicate but addicting flavor. The original recipe called for currants and almonds, but since I didn't have either, I came up with this winning variation. Prep time doesn't include soaking the cranberries or refrigeration.

Provided by Marla Swoffer

Categories     Spreads

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 heads roasted garlic
1/2 cup dried cranberries
8 ounces cream cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Macerate, i.e.soften, the cranberries by soaking in water (or rum to add a touch of flavor) for 20-30 minutes.
  • Microwaving briefly might also work.
  • Bring the cream cheese to room temperature (leave out or microwave 30-60 seconds) unless it's whipped.
  • Make garlic into paste (squeeze out of skins and mash) Mix garlic paste and cranberries into cream cheese.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste (those who prefer sweet to savory may also want to add a teaspoon of sugar or another sweetener).
  • Refrigerate for at least two hours.
  • Serve with crackers or in tea sandwiches.

ZIPPY CRANBERRY CHEDDAR SPREAD



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This zesty spread is a holiday hit! It's easy to make and tastes even better the day after you make it. Serve with crackers or slices of baguette. This spread is zippy, so if you don't like spice, reduce cayenne and dry mustard by half.

Provided by K. Waid

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons milk
¼ teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and milk until well blended. Season with mustard powder and cayenne pepper, then mix in dried cranberries. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.6 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 99.5 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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This festive dip is a snap to make, taking only 10 minutes from start to finish. Thanks to its hint of sweetness, both kids and adults will gobble it up. -Frankie Robinson, Lockhart, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cranberries, apricots and orange zest until blended. Chill until serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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