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Zippy Cranberry Cheddar Spread

By: K. Waid 
"This zesty spread is a holiday hit! It's easy to make and tastes even better the day after you make it. Serve with crackers or slices of baguette. This spread is zippy, so if you don't like spice, reduce cayenne and dry mustard by half."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.9 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (11)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
15 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 3 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped dried cranberries

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese and milk until well blended. Season with mustard powder and cayenne pepper, then mix in dried cranberries. Use immediately, or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 82 | Total Fat: 7.1g | Cholesterol: 22mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2003 by DARBY613   view full review
A wonderful blend of flavors for any time of the year!! I added extra spices for extra zip!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2004 by cookin'mama Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This needs to sit for awhile for the flavors to blend. It is great with chipotle pepper...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 17, 2008 by CINDY3539   view full review
Not stellar, but still very good. This was mild & had no "wow factor". Here is what I did:...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 4, 2007 by Dori Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
I enjoyed the combination of flavors in this spread. I added a little garlic powder although...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2004 by Amata   view full review
This was ok. I made it as part of a holiday feast for company, and chose not to serve it...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 13, 2004 by nmc   view full review
This was ok ... it was easy to make, but needs more spices - if i make it again i'll use dijon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2003 by STEVELYNJ   view full review
I loved this. It definitely isn't just your plain old cheese slices.
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2003 by TXCOOKER1   view full review
I was very disappointed. Brought this to a book club meeting. Nobody could even taste the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 24, 2003 by KIMAR   view full review
I doubled the amount of dried cranberries and only used half of the mustard powder and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.9 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2008 by CapeCodCook Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Just made this recipe for a fundraiser at my library featuring Cape Cod foods (cranberries in...

 

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