Best Make Ahead Triple Cheese Spread Recipes

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HOMEMADE CHEESE SPREAD WITH GARLIC AND HERBS



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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.

MAKE-AHEAD SMOKED SALMON SPREAD



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Smoked salmon with chives and lemon pepper. Serve with table water crackers.

Provided by Heidi Turner

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

Time 1h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon lemon pepper
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
¼ cup chopped green onions
8 ounces flaked smoked salmon

Steps:

  • Stir together the cream cheese, sour cream, heavy cream, lemon pepper, and dill in a bowl until smooth. Fold in the green onions and smoked salmon until evenly mixed. Refrigerate 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 63.2 calories, Carbohydrate 0.7 g, Cholesterol 17.9 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 163.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BLUE CHEESE SPREAD



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When entertaining during the holidays it's nice to have make-ahead recipes like this. Crunchy toasted walnuts complement the creamy spread. -Carole Bess White, Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 shallots, finely chopped
2 teaspoons butter
2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, saute shallots in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; cool. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cheeses, sour cream, Cognac, salt and pepper. Add shallots and mix well. Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap. Spread cheese mixture into prepared bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour., Unmold onto a serving plate; garnish with walnuts. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 141 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHEESE BALL SPREAD



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"This rich creamy spread looks so festive with flecks of green onion and red pimiento dotting with cheddar cheese," relates field editor Sundra Hauck of Bogalusa, Louisiana. "It's a crowd-pleaser at any party."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1 cheese ball (1-1/2 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 green onions, chopped
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cheddar cheese, onions, pimientos, butter and Worcestershire sauce. Press into a small bowl; smooth top. Cover and refrigerate. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before unmolding. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 8g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FIRESIDE CHEESE SPREAD



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When our family and friends get together for holidays or other occasions, I serve this appetizer. It's always a success. If you prefer, try a Swiss cheese spread instead of the cheddar. And, if you enjoy garlic, substitute a small clove of minced garlic for the garlic powder. -Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson, Lusby, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield about 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 container (16 ounces) cheddar cheese spread, softened
1 package (8 ounces) plus 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Paprika
Snipped fresh parsley
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine cheese spread, cream cheese, butter, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Blend thoroughly. Chill at least 3 hours or overnight. Sprinkle with paprika and parsley. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 9g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 311mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CREAM CHEESE/CHUTNEY APPETIZER



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My neighbor shared this easy-to-make appetizer with me, and it's been a hit whenever I've served it. I took it to our family reunion last summer and it quickly disappeared! I love it because it's simple, yet tasty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 24 appetizer servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 jar (8 ounces) chutney or spiced peach jam
1/4 cup finely sliced green onions
Snack crackers of choice

Steps:

  • Press softened cream cheese into oiled mold of desired shape. (For easy removal, spray mold with cooking spray and line with plastic wrap if desired.) , Unmold on chilled plate. Pour chutney over mold; sprinkle with onions. Ring plate with crackers (buttery crackers are especially good with this appetizer). Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts :

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