PINEAPPLE APRICOT CHEESE SPREAD
This recipe was found in the December 2009 Best of Cooking Light Holidays, & it can be easily made & enjoyed during the holidays or any time of year! Preparation time does not include the time needed for chilling. One tablespoon per serving size is based on the following = Although it's nice served with crackers, whole grain bread, etc, during the holidays, you can make 64 appetizers by putting 1 tablespoon of this cheese spread between 2 gingersnaps!
Provided by Sydney Mike
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 4 cups, 64 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a sieve over a bowl, drain the pineapple, reserving 3 tablespoons of the juice.
- In a small saucepan, combine pineapple, reserved juice, dried apricots, chutney, apricot brandy & ginger, then bring to a boil, reduce the heat & simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently. Place in a bowl & chill thoroughly.
- Put cheddar cheese, cream cheese & margarine in a food processor & process until smooth, scraping sides of the bowl occasionally.
- Combine cheese mixture & cooled pineapple mixture, then spoon into a serving bowl, cover & chill.
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Freya Burgess
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. It's also a great way to use up leftover pineapple and apricots.
SK SAMIM
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cream cheese, but I loved this spread. The pineapple and apricot flavors really shine through.
CBF Himel
[email protected]This cheese spread is so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties. I highly recommend it.
Estacia Limbrick
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the spread turned out perfectly. I served it with crackers and it was a big hit.
Sami Roy
[email protected]This is the best cheese spread I've ever had! I love the combination of pineapple, apricot, and cream cheese.
heshana hirantha
[email protected]I've made this spread several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a staple in my party appetizer repertoire.
Asheena Perumal
[email protected]I added a little bit of chopped walnuts to the spread for extra crunch. It was delicious!
Abdur Mannan
[email protected]This spread is a great way to use up leftover pineapple and apricots.
Carol Cox
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I loved this cheese spread. The apricot and cream cheese balance out the pineapple flavor perfectly.
Shuvo Ali
[email protected]This is my new favorite cheese spread! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Adryan Simaan
[email protected]I made this spread for a party last weekend and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor.
TanviR T
[email protected]This pineapple apricot cheese spread is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors. It's perfect for a party appetizer or as a spread on crackers or sandwiches.