BENEDICTINE

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Benedictine, a quintessential Louisville, Ky., dish, is a cream-cheese-and-cucumber spread named for Jennie Benedict, the turn-of-the-20th century caterer who created it. Use it as a sandwich spread or dip but also as a filling for cocktail puffs or endive spears.

Provided by Regina Schrambling

Time 45m

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium cucumber
1 8-ounce package, plus 1 3-ounce package, cream cheese, softened
2 to 3 scallions, finely minced
2 to 3 dashes Tabasco sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
2 tablespoons mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Using the coarse side of a hand grater, shred the flesh. Place in a kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Place the grated cucumber and the cream cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in two scallions, then season with Tabasco, salt and pepper. Taste and add more scallion if you like. Beat in the mayonnaise.
  • Transfer to a covered bowl and chill for a half-hour to allow the flavors to blend. Serve with crudités, chips or crackers, or pipe into endive leaves or cocktail cream puffs, or use as a sandwich spread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 171, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 208 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

sojib chowdhury
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Amazing! Will definitely make it again.


April Ann Ellenberg
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This was a great recipe to try something new. The Benedictine sauce was a unique and tasty twist on a classic dish.


Twinbstasiab
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I've made this dish several times now, and it's always a hit. The creamy sauce is perfect for dipping chicken or vegetables.


Ghufran Khank
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This recipe has become a staple in my household. It's quick and easy to make, and always a crowd-pleaser. Thanks for sharing!


Sajid ali Samo
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken turned out dry and tough. The sauce was also bland.


Valar Ossentis
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The sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but the chicken was cooked perfectly. Overall, it was a good dish.


David Kurtovic
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So easy to make and so delicious! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and it was perfect. Definitely a keeper recipe.


Maureen Zulu
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This was a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the Benedictine sauce. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Amila Jeewa
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I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out great! The sauce was rich and flavorful, and the chicken was moist and tender. Will definitely make it again.


REMBO 67rp
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the chicken was cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again soon.