Jolly Cheddar Cheese Spread Food

THE BEST SAVORY CHEESE SPREAD APPETIZER

Steps:

• Grate extra sharp white cheddar. You'll need 2 cups. You can use a food processor or a hand grater to accomplish this. I have done it with both. The food processor just makes the process faster.
• Wash and chop 1 full bunch of green onions.
• Measure and set aside 1 cup of mayonnaise.
• Chop the pecans (to desired piece size). You'll need 3/4 cup chopped pieces. Tip: you can find small bags of pieces already chopped in the baking aisle of most grocery stores if you don't want to buy a large bag. I prefer to buy bulk bags since I do a lot of baking.
• Measure out 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper and set aside.
• Add 2 cups grated extra sharp white cheddar to a large mixing bowl or stand mixer. I prefer to mix mine in my kitchen-aid stand mixer, but by hand works just as well.
• Combine 1 cup mayonnaise to shredded cheese and mix until mostly incorporated.
• Add chopped pecans and mix again.
• Incorporate cayenne pepper to taste. 1/2 teaspoon is recommended and doesn't offer extreme heat.
• Plate for immediate serving or cover and refrigerate for later.
• Enjoy!

JOLLY CHEDDAR CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Chop Cheddar finely in food processor. Add butter and cognac and process until smooth. Stir in by hand pecans and raisins. Spread in mini crock (or other decorative dish) and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. Serve with breadsticks, crackers, French bread, apple or pears, or raw vegetables.

CANADIAN SHARP CHEDDAR CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Place cream cheese and cold pack Cheddar cheese in a microwave-safe bowl; slice cheese into chunks with a knife. Microwave cheese in 30-second intervals on high just until softened, stirring between intervals.
• Stir red onion, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, paprika, and hot sauce into cheese mixture with a fork until evenly combined; spoon into an airtight container and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
• Remove cheese spread from refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving.

FIRESIDE CHEESE SPREAD

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.

HOLIDAY CHEDDAR SPREAD

Steps:

• 1. In a large bowl or in food processor, combine softened cream cheese and butter until thoroughly blended.
• 2. Add pinch pepper and just enough liquid (beer, non-alcohol beer or white wine) to make the cream cheese mixture fluffy.
• 3. Add grated old Cheddar cheese and combine thoroughly. You may need to add just a bit more liquid so that it retains nice texture, but not to worry if it's a bit thick and heavy. It still tastes great!
• 4. Add onion, but combine only until blended in. If using food processor, pulse on/off a couple of times, but do not overwork or onion taste can become overwhelming.
• 5. Spoon into a bowl and sprinkle with a parsley sprig or some paprika so that it looks pretty. Remove from fridge about 20 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.

CHEDDAR CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

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