Appetizers
Herbed Cheese - 16 Ounces
Makes about 2 cups
Herbed Cheese - 16 Ounces
Makes about 2 cups
Instead of purchasing expensive herb-flavored cheeses, you can easily prepare your own. Preparation: 10 minutes or less.
Nutritional information per serving (2 tablespoons, made with lowfat cream cheese): Calories 58 (69% from fat)
carb. 1g
pro. 3g
fat 4g
sat. fat 3g
chol. 9mg
sod. 156mg
calc. 35mg
fiber 0g
carb. 1g
pro. 3g
fat 4g
sat. fat 3g
chol. 9mg
sod. 156mg
calc. 35mg
fiber 0g
Ingredients
- 8oz. cream cheese (low-fat or regular), cut into 8 pieces 5oz. chèvre or other goat cheese (soft type, not aged)
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 tablespoon finely minced shallot or green onion
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon herbs de Provence
- 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon white pepper
- dash hot sauce, to taste
Preparation
- Place all ingredients in a medium bowl. Mix on speed 3 for 1 minute, then increase speed to speed 5 to whip for an additional 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Allow to stand at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
- Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving to soften. Serve with crackers, pita or bagel chips. This also makes a good topping for a baked potato.