Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread

The fabulous flavor of toasted walnuts infuses every bite of this rich and creamy spread. Have it ready in 10 minutes! MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated January 21, 2010

Ingredients

cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese

package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened

tablespoons half-and-half

1/4

teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/2

cup chopped walnuts, toasted*

tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

French bread slices

Apple and pear slices

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Reserve 1 tablespoon of the Gorgonzola cheese for garnish. In food processor, place cream cheese, remaining Gorgonzola cheese, half-and-half and pepper. Cover and process just until blended.
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Reserve 1 tablespoon of the walnuts for garnish. Stir remaining walnuts into cheese mixture. Spoon into shallow serving bowl. Sprinkle with reserved Gorgonzola cheese, walnuts and the parsley. Serve with bread slices and apple slices.

Here's a delicious spread you can make up to 3 days ahead of time. Store covered in the refrigerator.
*To toast walnuts, bake uncovered in an ungreased shallow pan at 350°F for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.