Cherry Cheese Spread Recipe

Ingredients

1

package (8 oz) cream cheese, cubed

4

oz Havarti cheese, cubed

1

cup shredded smoky Swiss cheese (4 oz)

1/4

cup crumbled blue cheese (1 oz)

1/4

cup slivered almonds

3

tablespoons cherry-flavored liqueur or 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

1

teaspoon chopped shallot

1/4

cup dried cherries, chopped

Preparation

Let all cheeses stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to soften. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally. Cool.

In food processor bowl with metal blade, place all cheeses, liqueur and shallot; process until smooth. Add cherries and almonds; process with on/off pulses until almonds are chopped. Spoon into crock or other container; cover. Refrigerate at least 24 hours to blend flavors.

Let cheese spread stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Serve with thin slices of baguette-style French bread, assorted crackers, celery sticks or fresh pea pods.