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HOMEMADE CHEESE SPREAD WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



Homemade Cheese Spread with Garlic and Herbs image

Here's a DIY version of the flavored, spreadable Gournay cheese originally from France.

Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Appetizer     Cheese     Cream Cheese     Garlic     Chive     Parsley     Graduation     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 small garlic clove, quartered
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup chopped parsley leaves
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Crackers or toasts (for serving)

Steps:

  • Combine cream cheese, butter, garlic, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Add parsley and chives and pulse a few times until well combined. Pack mixture into a small bowl, ramekin, or glass jar. Cover and chill at least 30 minutes. Serve with crackers or toasts.
  • Do Ahead
  • Cheese can be made 5 days ahead. Cover and chill.

PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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For a satisfying snack, try this spread. With only two ingredients, it couldn't be easier. I use this on crackers and celery sticks. It has a refreshing pineapple taste.-Rita Addicks, Weimar, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1-1/8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, softened
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese and pineapple. Chill.

Nutrition Facts :

TUNA CHEESE SPREAD



Tuna Cheese Spread image

The flavor of tuna is very subtle in this thick and creamy spread. It's terrific on crackers or carrot and celery sticks, stuffed in a tomato or used for a sandwich. -Dorothy Anderson, Ottawa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon curry powder
Dash salt
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
Bread or crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Stir in tuna. Serve with bread or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 213mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.

SOUTHERN PIMIENTO CHEESE SPREAD



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A classic southern comfort food, this spread is used as an appetizer with crackers, corn chips or celery. It is also smeared between two slices of white bread for sandwiches and as a topping for hamburgers and hot dogs. -Eileen Balmer, South Bend, Indiana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained and finely chopped
1/3 cup mayonnaise
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Combine cheese, pimientos and mayonnaise. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 144mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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

HERB CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
4 tablespoons sour cream
16 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon basil, chopped
2 tablespoon chives, chopped
1 to 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl add butter, sour cream, and cream cheese. Add the garlic and herbs and mix together well. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper. Place in refrigerator and allow to chill.

SALMON, DILL AND CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



Salmon, Dill and Cream Cheese Spread image

Use leftover poached or baked salmon. Canned red salmon that has been drained, skinned and boned also does the trick.

Provided by Judy Harmon

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Herb     No-Cook     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Cream Cheese     Salmon     Dill     Bon Appétit     Georgia

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups flaked cooked salmon (about 6 ounces)
4 ounces cream cheese
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon prepared white horseradish
4 ounces smoked salmon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Thinly sliced baguette rounds

Steps:

  • Combine first 4 ingredients in processor. Blend until just smooth, occasionally scraping down sides of work bowl. Add smoked salmon and dill. Using on/off turns, blend just until smoked salmon is finely chopped. Season spread with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. Serve with baguette rounds.

CREAM CHEESE CRAB SPREAD WITH HOMEMADE CROSTINI



Cream Cheese Crab Spread with Homemade Crostini image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h15m

Yield 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces Neufchatel cheese or cream cheese, softened
1 pound fresh crabmeat, picked over for shells
4 tablespoons ketchup
4 tablespoons prepared horseradish
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 clove garlic
1 baguette, sliced into 18 rounds and toasted

Steps:

  • Combine the cream cheese and all but 1/2 cup of the crabmeat in a medium bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined. Roll into an 8-inch log and refrigerate until firmed up slightly, about 1 hour. Refrigerate the remaining 1/2 cup crabmeat until serving.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ketchup, horseradish, lemon juice, salt and some pepper in a medium bowl. Taste and adjust to your liking.
  • Place the log on a serving platter. Spoon some of the sauce over it, reserving the remaining sauce in a small bowl to serve on the side. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup crabmeat on top and garnish with the chives. Rub the garlic onto one side of each slice of bread and arrange the bread on the serving platter.

PIMIENTO AND CHEESE SPREAD



Pimiento and Cheese Spread image

This pimiento and cheese spread is a spicy, modern version of my mother's delicious recipe. Serve it stuffed in celery or spread on crackers or a sandwich. -Elizabeth Hester, Elizabethtown, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces sharp white cheddar cheese
8 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, undrained
Assorted crackers and vegetables

Steps:

  • Shred cheese; transfer to a large bowl. Add cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, vinegar, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne; beat on low speed until blended. Drain pimientos, reserving 2 tablespoons juice. Stir in pimientos and reserved juice. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 150mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

HERBED GARLIC CHEESE SPREAD



Herbed Garlic Cheese Spread image

I've taken this creamy spread to many holiday gatherings and parties- and there's never any left to bring home! Well-seasoned with a blend of herb flavors, this cheesy treat tastes great on slices of French bread, too.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield about 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon each dried basil, marjoram, oregano, thyme, dill weed, garlic powder and pepper
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, butter and seasonings until well blended. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 11g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

HAM CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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From Flint, Michigan, Donna Letts shares this fast fix that she serves on miniature bagels as a special-occasion appetizer. Full of ham and green onions, the hearty mixture comes together in no time and tastes terrific.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 packages (2-1/2 ounces each) deli ham, chopped
2 to 3 green onions, thinly sliced
Miniature bagels, split

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream and garlic powder until smooth. Stir in ham and onions. Serve with bagels.

Nutrition Facts :

BLUE CHEESE AND WALNUT SPREAD



Blue Cheese and Walnut Spread image

This spread is also delicious served on apple or pear wedges. Rub them first with lemon juice to prevent discoloration.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

4-ounce bar of cream cheese, room temperature
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 ounces (1 cup) cold crumbled blue cheese, such as Stilton
Crackers or crostini, for serving

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, stir cream cheese with a wooden spoon until softened. Mix in walnuts; season with salt and pepper. Gently fold in blue cheese, breaking up as little as possible. Transfermixture to a small bowl; smooth top. Serve with crackers or crostini. To store: Cover with plastic wrapand refrigerate, up to 1 week.

DILL, FETA AND GARLIC CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



Dill, Feta and Garlic Cream Cheese Spread image

A favorite at every gathering, the wonderful flavors of this dip become more intense with time. Serve with firm, raw veggies (carrots, etc.) or crackers.

Provided by Bronte Getter

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

Time 4h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (8 ounce) package feta cheese, crumbled
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, thoroughly blend cream cheese, feta cheese, garlic, and dill with an electric mixer. Cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.8 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 161.1 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

PIMENTO CHEESE SPREAD



Pimento Cheese Spread image

A zippy spread-in-a-jar that is good with crackers, for stuffing celery, or as a spread in finger sandwiches.

Provided by Tara Laine Hoffman

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

Time 5m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (4 ounce) jar chopped pimento peppers
1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
1 large onion, grated
1 pinch garlic powder
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mash the pimentos using a fork. Mix in cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce, and mayonnaise. Season to taste with garlic powder and black pepper. Spoon mixture into a container large enough to hold the pimento spread, and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Cholesterol 15.1 mg, Fat 5.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 91.3 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

SIMPLE CREAM CHEESE AND HAM SPREAD



Simple Cream Cheese and Ham Spread image

Simple, but flavorful, spread that is great with crackers or celery. Any dipping mustard made with turmeric as the spice factor will work. This addition put the recipe over the top.

Provided by Dawn Eberly

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

Time 8h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 ½ ounces sliced ham, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons prepared English mustard with turmeric

Steps:

  • Beat cream cheese, ham, green onions, and English mustard together in a bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 33.3 mg, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 189.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

HERBED CHEESE SPREAD



Herbed Cheese Spread image

Tastes just like the expensive Boursin® cheese spread you buy at the store. Reduced-fat cream cheese works well in this recipe. Delicious spread on crackers or as a fill on celery sticks. Good shelf life in the refrigerator. This can be eaten right way, but it's best if refrigerated for at least one day before serving.

Provided by lutzflcat

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

Time P1DT10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon dry vermouth
1 teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dried basil
⅛ teaspoon dried tarragon
⅛ teaspoon dried sage
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, garlic, vermouth, parsley, salt, basil, tarragon, sage, and white pepper in a food processor until smooth. Refrigerate at least 1 day before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 156.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

CRANBERRY CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



Cranberry Cream Cheese Spread image

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!

CHEDDAR CHEESE SPREAD



Cheddar Cheese Spread image

A simple spread like this with some crackers is often all you need when entertaining. Letting the spread refrigerate overnight blends the flavors beautifully. -Kathy Rairigh, Milford, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cartons (8 ounces each) sharp cheddar cheese spread
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon white pepper
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; beat until smooth. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

I LOVE OLIVES AND CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



I Love Olives and Cream Cheese Spread image

What's not to love? This is an easy make-ahead appetizer that takes 15 minutes to prepare and is so yummy it will be gone 15 minutes after you set it on the table. Pitted black olives and pimiento-stuffed Spanish/Manzanilla olives make it look as colorful as it is delicious. Serve it with crackers or crispinis. I also use it as a sandwich spread...it really spruces up a plain old cold-cut or deli sandwich.

Provided by CookETC

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 8-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounces cream cheese, softened (I use neufchatel cream cheese as it's lighter and easier to spread)
1/4 cup pitted black olives, finely chopped
1/4 cup pimiento-stuffed Spanish olives, finely chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash seasoning salt (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix well and chill for a minimum of 2 hours (overnight is best).
  • Serve with crackers or crispinis -- OR --
  • Use it as a spread on cold-cut or deli sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.1, Fat 15.9, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 31.2, Sodium 187.6, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 1.8

NORTHWOODS INN CHEESE BREAD SPREAD



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The Northwoods Inn here in California has the best cheese spread. It can be made ahead and refrigerated until you crave a recipe of gooey broiled cheese bread. The restaurant shared the recipe years ago and I want to save it safely here. I've added Parmesan to the recipe because I like the nutty flavor. I've been making it for 30 years.

Provided by windywood

Categories     Spreads

Time 12m

Yield 16 ounces, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb cheddar cheese, grated
3 ounces romano cheese, grated
1/2 lb butter or 1/2 lb margarine
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
4 drops Tabasco sauce
12 slices French bread or 12 slices sourdough bread, day old works great
3 ounces shredded parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Soften butter to room temperature and mix in all ingredients except cheese. When well mixed, fold in grated cheddar cheese and optional Parmesan, if using.
  • Spread over bread and broil until bubbly - watch carefully! Cheese does not melt completely. Mixture will turn golden brown in about a minutes or so.
  • I make ahead and store in refrigerator for 4 weeks. I suppose you could store it longer, but it just doesn't last past snack time at my house.

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