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Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread

gorgonzola and toasted walnut spread Appetizer
Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread
  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 10 min
  • Servings 16

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

Updated January 21, 2010

Ingredients

  • 1
    cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • 1
    package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 3
    tablespoons half-and-half
  • 1/4
    teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1/2
    cup chopped walnuts, toasted*
  • 1
    tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • French bread slices
  • Apple and pear slices

Steps

  • 1
    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.
  • 2
    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.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
105
Calories from Fat
90
% Daily Value
Total Fat
10g
Saturated Fat
5g
Cholesterol
25mg
Sodium
160mg
Total Carbohydrate
1g
Dietary Fiber
0g
Protein
4g
% Daily Value*:
Iron
2%
2%
Exchanges:
2 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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