LIPTAUER (SAVORY PAPRIKA CREAM CHEESE SPREAD)

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Liptauer spread is based on a soft sheep's milk cheese called bryndza in the Slovak language. The dish probably came from the Province of Liptov, in the Tatra Mountains, within the old Austro-Hungarian Empire and was first made by sheep farmers. As Liptauer, it has traveled to neighboring regions of central Europe, including Germany, Austria, Italy, Serbia, Slovakia and Hungary.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 tablespoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon cream cheese
1 cup soft farmer cheese or 2/3 cup full-fat Greek yogurt (and 1/3 cup whipped cream cheese mixed in)
1/3 onion, peeled
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 teaspoon water
1/3 cup german pickles (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles) or 1/3 cup cornichon (optionally combine equal amounts dill and bread and butter pickles)
1 1/2 tablespoons sweet Hungarian paprika
1 teaspoon hot German mustard or 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional) or 3/4 teaspoon anchovy, finely minced (optional)
1 teaspoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon capers, chopped (add 2 tsp caper if anchovy is not added)
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon caraway seed
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch dill (garnish)
1 pinch chives, chopped (garnish)
salt and black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whip the butter, cream cheese, and quark (or its substitute). Make sure the butter is soft to avoid unpleasant chunks.
  • Add the water, onion, garlic, and 1 tbsp of the butter-cheese mixture to a blender and puree.
  • Pour the onion-garlic puree into the bowl with the cheeses and mix well.
  • Mix in the remaining ingredients and combine well. Season with salt and fresh ground pepper to taste. If you used unsalted butter, salt liberally.
  • Garnish with chopped chives and dill and serve with soft pretzels, celery sticks, crackers, or toasted German rye bread. It can also be used to stuff tomatoes, red peppers and hard boiled eggs.
  • Liptauer tastes best when made the day before so the flavors have a chance to mingle.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.7, Fat 6.6, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 17.3, Sodium 125.6, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.6, Protein 0.6

Himel Akondo
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This is the best Liptauer spread I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful. I love the combination of paprika, caraway seeds, and cream cheese.


Asbin Khanal
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I've made this spread several times now and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be used as a dip, a spread, or even a filling for sandwiches.


Khan Jouo
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. I love that I can make it ahead of time and just pop it in the fridge until I'm ready to serve.


Moha Amiin
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I'm not a huge fan of paprika, but I really enjoyed this spread. The flavors are very well-balanced. I especially liked it on rye bread.


Purity Samiji
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I followed the recipe exactly and the spread turned out perfectly. It's so creamy and flavorful. I can't wait to try it on different types of bread and crackers.


Maria Robles
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This is my go-to recipe for Liptauer spread. It's always a crowd-pleaser. I love the smoky flavor of the paprika and the crunch of the caraway seeds.


Yusuf Idris
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I made this spread for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and creamy texture. I will definitely be making it again.


taqi kazmi
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This Liptauer spread is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer. It's perfect for parties or potlucks. I always get rave reviews when I serve it.


Yeva Kun
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I was pleasantly surprised by how well the flavors in this spread came together. The paprika and caraway seeds really shine through, and the cream cheese base provides a rich and creamy texture. I will definitely be making this again.


Ria Harris
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I had all the ingredients on hand, and it was ready in just a few minutes. The spread is also very versatile. I've used it as a dip for vegetables, a sandwich spread, and even as a filling for deviled eggs.


Ziad khalid
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This Liptauer spread is a real treat! The combination of cream cheese, paprika, and caraway seeds is divine. It has a smoky, slightly spicy flavor that pairs perfectly with crackers, bread, or veggies.