Roasted Garlic Spread
1/2 c Currants 1/3 c Brandy 3 Heads roasted garlic 1 lb Cream cheese 3/4 c Toasted almond, finely -chopped This rich cream cheese spread takes on a sweet tone from the addition of ...
Ingredients
- 1/2cup currants
- 1/3cup brandy
- 3heads roasted garlic
- 1lbcream cheese
- 3/4cup toasted almond, finely
Directions
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1/2 c Currants 1/3 c Brandy 3 Heads roasted garlic 1 lb Cream cheese 3/4 c Toasted almond, finely -chopped This rich cream cheese spread tak
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Spread onto crackers or bread for a simple hors d'oeuvre, or serve with raw vegetable pieces
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In a medium bowl, macerate (soften by soaking) the currants in the brandy for 30 minutes
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Drain well and return to the bowl
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Squeeze the roasted garlic pulp from the heads into a bowl, taking care to remvoe any bits of skin from the pulp
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Add the roasted garlic to the currants, along with the cream cheese and almonds
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using an electric mixer, beat on low speed until all ingredients are thoroughl combined
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Season with salt and pepe