If you’re looking for something delicious to put out with pretzels and crackers this holiday season, give this homemade pub cheese spread a try. I made it with extra sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and two Sweet Diamond favorites: Fred Shake and Brown Sugar Mustard.
It’s creamy, cheesy, and full of flavor. Whether you call it cheese spread or pub cheese, it’s a great addition to your holiday snack table. Make it ahead, let it chill, and bring it out when you’re ready to serve.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded (not pre-shredded)
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded (not pre-shredded)
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Fred Shake
- 2 tablespoons Sweet Diamond Brown Sugar Mustard
- ½ cup half and half, plus a little more if needed
Directions
- Blend the ingredients. Place all ingredients except the half and half into a large food processor. Blend for 1 minute, stopping about every 15 seconds to scrape down the sides with a spatula.
- Add the half and half. Pour in ½ cup half and half and continue blending for 1–2 minutes. Stop about every 15 seconds to scrape down the sides. The mixture should be smooth. If needed, add a little more half and half to reach your desired consistency. Mine came out just right with the original ½ cup.
- Finish blending. Blend for another minute, then remove the lid and scrape down the sides with a spatula.
- Chill the spread. Transfer to a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
Serve It for the Holidays
Serve this pub cheese spread with pretzels and crackers for an easy holiday appetizer. Set it out as part of your snack spread while everyone gathers, or make a bowl to share at your next get-together.
Fred’s tip: Use freshly shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack, just as listed in the recipe, and scrape the food processor often as you blend.
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