Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread
Recipe from Betty Crocker

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


Gorgonzola and Toasted Walnut Spread

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Servings: 16 servings (2 tablespoons spread and 2 bread or fruit slices each)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 10 mins
Related Categories: Dips and Spreads

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

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