CRANBERRY JALAPENO CHEESE SPREAD

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This easy spread is based on several different relishes and spreads I've tasted or made before. I love the sweet and spicy combination of flavors. -Diane Nemitz, Ludington, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
Assorted crackers or sliced sweet yellow and orange peppers

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the first 7 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool completely., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cranberry mixture until blended. Serve with crackers or sliced peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 63mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Mokere Diale
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This cheese spread sounds delicious! I'll definitely be trying it out.


MD ROBIUL HOSSAIN
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I can't wait to try this cheese spread at my next party!


Bonang Vinny
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This cheese spread is a great way to use up leftover cranberries.


Fedhasa T Birdida
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I've never made cheese spread before, but this recipe was so easy to follow.


OBAK RAY
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I love serving this cheese spread with crackers and fruit.


Sintle Gqotso
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This cheese spread is the perfect appetizer for any party.


Anwar tajjamul
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I'm not usually a fan of cheese spreads, but this one is amazing! I could eat it all day long.


abbas isam
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This cheese spread is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Mohomed faris Mohomed zaidh
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I made this cheese spread for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone loved it.


M.k Mamun
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This is the best cheese spread I've ever had! And I've had a lot of cheese spreads.


Caleb Gutierrez
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I love the combination of flavors in this cheese spread. The cranberries add a nice sweetness, while the jalapeƱos give it a bit of a kick.


Tul Bhandari
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This cranberry jalapeƱo cheese spread was a hit at my holiday party! It's the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and creamy.