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port wine & sharp cheddar cheese spread

(1 rating)
TROYRAYNYC avatar
Recipe by
TROY RAY
@TROYRAYNYC
New York City, NY

Perfect for the Holidays, or, anytime!

(1 rating)
yield serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For port wine & sharp cheddar cheese spread

  • CHEDDAR CHEESE BASE
  • 1 lb
    sharp cheddar, very finely grated
  • 3/4 c
    half and half
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    cayenne pepper or ground white pepper
  • PORT WINE SWIRL
  • 1/2 c
    your favorite, sweet, port wine
  • 1 pkg
    knox unflavored gelatine
  • 1/4 c
    parmesan cheese, finely grated

How To Make port wine & sharp cheddar cheese spread

  • 1
    Using room temperature wine, place in small bowl and add gelatine; mix well. Add parmesan cheese and dissolve by stirring constantly with a small whisk. Set aside and let gelatine form.
  • 2
    Heat half & half in a saucepan until bubbles form around edge of pan; do not boil.
  • 3
    Place grated cheddar in food processor. Slowly add half & half and mix until cheese is smooth and silky. Add salt and pepper.
  • 4
    In a serving bowl, place 1/3 of the cheese mixture on the bottom. Dollop 1/3 of the port wine "jelly" on to the cheese. Using a chopstick, "marble" the port, but not mixing completely with the cheddar. Repeat this step two more times. Remember, the last time you do this step is your "presentation". Swirl carefully!
  • 5
    Chill for at least 6 hours so the flavors can marry. When ready to serve, let come up to [nearly] room temperature. Enjoy!
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