Smoked Gouda Dip Food

CREAMY SMOKED GOUDA DIP

Steps:

• Place butter in a saucepan set over low-medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour until combined.
• Add milk and whisk to evenly mix. Keep whisking as the mixture begins to thicken, about 10 or so minutes, or until it's to a point where it can thickly coat the whisk (or a spoon).
• Once the mixture has begun to thicken, add the cheese. Stir or whisk frequently as the cheese melts and the dip becomes smooth and creamy. Serve immediately.

SMOKED GOUDA CHEESE DIP

Steps:

• Grate the smoked Gouda.
• Add mayonnaise until spreadable or your preferred consistency.
• Add chopped onion, liquid smoke to taste, and Tabasco sauce to taste.
• You can make it as smoky or as spicy as you like (cayenne pepper for even more kick!).
• Garnish dip with finely chopped fresh jalapenos for color.
• Serve with crackers, bread, or veggies!

SMOKED GOUDA PIMIENTO CHEESE

Steps:

• Stir together the mayonnaise, pimientos, Worcestershire, garlic powder, and cayenne in a large bowl; add the cheeses, stirring until blended. Store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.

SMOKED GOUDA & WILD MUSHROOM DIP

Steps:

• In medium saute pan, melt butter over medium heat and saute mushrooms and garlic until soft, about 6 to 8 minutes.
• Remove from heat and set aside.
• In medium saucepan, combine half & half, cream cheese and Gouda over low heat.
• Stir constantly until ingredients have incorporated.
• Add mushroom mixture and spinach to cheese mixture.
• Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately with crackers, french bread rounds or fresh vegetables for dipping.

JALAPEñO POPPERS WITH SMOKED GOUDA

Steps:

• Start the coals or heat a gas grill for medium direct cooking. Make sure the grates are clean.
• Cut the jalapeños in half lengthwise but leave the halves connected at the stem. With your finger or a pointed spoon (like a grapefruit spoon), remove the seeds and white ribs from the halves. (Wear rubber gloves, or be careful not to touch your skin after handling the chiles.)
• Put the cream cheese and Gouda in a medium bowl with a little salt; mash until combined. Fill the jalapeño halves evenly with a small spoon and press the halves back together to close. (You can fill and refrigerate the jalapeños up to a day ahead.)
• Put the jalapeños on the grill directly over the fire. Close the lid and cook, carefully turning once, until the peppers have softened and browned (it's okay if they char in spots) and the cheese has melted, 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to a platter, sprinkle with cilantro, and serve.
• Variations:
• Honey-Orange Jalapeño Poppers: In Step 3, fill the jalapeños with a mixture of 1 1/2 cups crumbled fresh goat cheese (6 ounces), 2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon grated orange zest, and salt to taste.
• Jalapeño Poppers with Pimento Cheese and Pepper Jelly: In Step 3, fill the jalapeños with with a mixture of 1 cup grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese (4 ounces), 1/4 cup each chopped drained pimentos and mayonnaise, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Serve topped with a dab of pepper jelly.
• Pesto Jalapeño Poppers with Mozzarella: In Step 3, fill the jalapeños with a mixture of 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella (6ounces) and 1/4 cup basil pesto. Serve the poppers topped with fresh basil leaves if you like.