ZESTY/PEPPERY/SWEET-BLUE CHEESE AND DATE SPREAD -- OR BALLS!
Modified from an Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC.com) online What's For Dinner recipe, made famous by Ann Sprague of Smyrna, who got the recipe from neighbor Velinda Warda. ---- NOTE: Serve this zesty spread chilled or at room temperature, or make into balls. Great with apple slices, celery sticks, tortilla chips, and/or crackers. I really like this spread with tortilla chips -- you get zesty, peppery-sweet, and salty!
Provided by KerfuffleUponWincle
Categories Spreads
Time 2h5m
Yield 4 1/4 cups, 60 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Measure 1 1/2 cups pecans (or double that amount if making cheese balls) into an large iron skillet, toasting over medium heat, stirring constantly ~ remove from heat and finely chop! (Or, preheat oven to 350 degrees ~ Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast 5 minutes.).
- Set nuts aside; they will be added last!
- In a mixing bowl, combine (by hand or using an electric mixer), cream cheese, blue cheese cheddar cheese, salt, lemon zest, and freshly grated black pepper until fluffy!
- Stir in dates and 1 1/2 cups toasted pecans.
- For easier handling, chill for an hour to firm up, if making into cheese balls. Coat with additional toasted, chopped pecans.
- Serve this zesty spread (or balls) chilled, or at room temperature, with apple slices, celery sticks. tortilla chips, and/or crackers.
- NOTE: Cooking time is the chill time, although I thought the flavor greatly improved after chilling overnight! The recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger number of people!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 63, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 9, Sodium 73.2, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 1.9
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Ali Hussan
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of blue cheese, but this recipe sounds delicious.
KARIM ELSB3Y
[email protected]This recipe is definitely going on my to-try list.
Josh Croft
[email protected]I love the idea of using dates in this spread. It adds a touch of sweetness.
Bri C
[email protected]This spread sounds like the perfect addition to my next party.
Young Fred
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and easy appetizer recipes. This one looks like a winner.
Aquatail
[email protected]This recipe is a must-try for any blue cheese lover.
Andrew Ruch
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so good!
RockGuide Industry
[email protected]This is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion.
HAMZA 302
[email protected]This spread is a great way to use up leftover blue cheese and dates.
Vanessa Mcfelt
[email protected]I made this spread for a picnic and it was the perfect finger food. It was easy to eat and everyone loved it.
Fast Furious
[email protected]This spread is so versatile. I've used it on crackers, bread, and even fruit. It's always delicious.
Khiyam Qurashi
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this spread. The blue cheese and dates are a perfect match.
Md Ziqu
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. It's always a hit with my friends and family.
MacKenzie Dulkoski
[email protected]I've been making this spread for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.
precious mansaray
[email protected]Made these for a party and they were a HUGE hit! Everyone loved them.