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Cheese Spread Recipe

Cheese is one of our favorite foods, but its main drawback is that it’s usually high in fat and sodium content.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cheese Spread Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 428kcal

Equipment

  • The bowl

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 oz. Shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 oz. cream cheese
  • ½ cup half and half
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  • In a food processor or a blender with a micro tamper (mixing stick), combine all the cheeses and seasonings. Process or blend for one minute. Remove the cover, then scrape the sides with a spatula.
  • When the cheese spread is totally smooth, add the half and half and blend for an additional one to two minutes.
  • Place the bowl with the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  • Serve with your preferred vegetables and crackers.

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Nutrition

Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 107mg | Sodium: 1186mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1330IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 660mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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