Farmer Fred’s Cheesy Spread

This traditional savoury spread is great for an afternoon snack.

Prep 15 min

Cook

Serves 6

Easy

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Ingredients

8 oz (225 g) local Ontario cream cheese, softened

2 tbsp (30 mL) minced cornichons

2 tsp (10 mL) Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, grated

Crackers or dark rye bread, for serving

3 tbsp (45 mL) local Ontario salted butter, softened

2 tbsp (30 mL) minced onion

1 1/2 tsp (7.5 mL) sweet paprika

2 tbsp (30 mL) minced chives (optional)

Instructions

Step 1

Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter, cornichons, onion, mustard, paprika and garlic until well blended.

Step 2

Transfer to serving dish and sprinkle with chives (if using) just before serving.

Step 3

Serve with crackers or rye bread.

Cook's Tip

This cheese spread also makes a great dip for veggies as well. Parental supervision is required to make this recipe!

Nutritional info per serving:

Calories	170
Protein	8 g
Carbohydrates	40 g
Fat	17 g
Fibre	1 g
Sodium	100 mg
Sugars	39 g
Saturated Fat	11 g
Cholesterol	60 mg