Cranberry Caramelized Onion Cheese Spread
This fall-themed appetizer recipe is so perfect for fall holiday parties!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces low fat cream cheese, (at room temperature)
- 4 ounces blue cheese crumbles, (at room temperature)
- 1 cup finely shredded cheddar cheese, (at room temperature)
- 2 teaspoons vegetable or canola oil
- 1 medium sweet onion, (sliced & quartered)
- 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- 1/4 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
Steps
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In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and blue cheese with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the cheddar cheese; beat until well-blended. Spread in a shallow serving bowl or plate. Cover; refrigerate at least 1 hour to blend flavors.
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Meanwhile, caramelize the onions: Heat the oil in a large, nonstick skillet over medium-heat. Add the onion; cook and stir 2 to 4 minutes or until tender. Reduce the heat to medium-low; stir in 1 teaspoon sugar. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes or until onion is soft and golden, stirring occasionally. Remove the onion from the skillet; set aside.
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In the same skillet, combine the cranberries, sugar and water. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes or until the cranberries begin to pop and the mixture thickens, stirring occasionally. Stir in the vinegar and onions. Cool slightly.
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To serve: Bring the cheese spread to room temperature. Spoon the cranberry mixture over the cheese spread and sprinkle with walnuts. Serve with assorted crackers.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Macronutrients
*DV = Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet
💰 Cost Estimate
📋 Price Breakdown (9% ingredients detected)
| Ingredient | Amount | Unit Price | Subtotal |
|---|---|---|---|
| low fat cream cheese | 8 ounces | - | - |
| blue cheese crumbles | 4 ounces | - | - |
| finely shredded cheddar cheese | 1 cup | $1.88/170g | $2.61 |
| vegetable or canola oil | 2 teaspoons | - | - |
| sweet onion | 1 medium | - | - |
| granulated white sugar | 1 teaspoon | - | - |
| fresh or frozen cranberries | 1 cup | - | - |
| granulated white sugar | 0.25 cup | - | - |
| water | 0.25 cup | - | - |
| balsamic vinegar | 1 tablespoon | - | - |
| coarsely chopped walnuts | 0.25 cup | - | - |
*Estimated market prices, may vary by region
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