In a food processor blend together the cream cheese and the jam until the mixture is smooth; add the raisins and pulse the motor until the mixture is just combined. Transfer the spread to a ramekin or small decorative bowl and chill it for 1 hour. Garnish the spread with the walnut halves and serve […]
Dips
Party Crab Special
juice from one lemon Soften gelatin in cold water. Heat soup, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, onion and cream cheese in double boiler until cheese is melted. Add gelatin and salt. Stir until dissolved. Chill until partly set. Fold in crab meat and celery. Turn into 1/2 quart mold and chill until firm. Serve with crackers.
Garlic Clam Dip
Using garlic press, squeeze pulp and juice into softened cheese. Cream with a spoon until smooth. Gradually add the remaining ingredients, blending until smooth. For thinner dip, add more clam broth. Serve with crackers, chips or veggies.
Clotted Cream
One hour before serving, pour the heavy cream into a bowl and whip until soft peaks form. Whisk in the sour cream and sugar; continuing to beat until the mixture is very thick. Place in refrigerator and chill until it is time to serve. NOTES : If you want to make this ahead of time, […]
Golden Citrus-raisin Dip
* Seed and quarter the orange but DO NOT peel. +++++ ++++++++ Combine all of the ingredients in a food processor or blender and process to a chunky consistency. Cover and chill. Makes about 4 1/2 cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Ladyfingers, Plum Wafers, Pineapple, Ham, Chicken Drumettes, Celery
Hot Mustard Dip
Combine all ingredients. Cover and chill.
Olive Dip
Beat the cream cheese to a smooth consistency. Blend in the sour cream and then the remaining ingredients. Blend well. Cover and chill. Makes about 2 1/4 cups of dip. SUGGESTED DIPPERS: Scallions, Jalapeno Peppers, Celery Root, Potato Chips, Duck Sausage
Garlic Mayonnaise Vegetable Dip
Combine all ingredients. Blend well. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with raw vegetables as a dip.
Ham And Cheese Rillette
Place ham, eggs, cream cheese, mustard, mushrooms and onion in a food processor and process, using a pulsing action. Do not puree. Pack mixture in one or two small crocks and cover with a thin layer of melted butter. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with warm buttermilk biscuits.
Cumcumber Dill Dip
Beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients until well mixed. Cover; chill. Makes 2 1/2 cups.