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APPETIZER
DIPS AND SPREADS:
Lemon Chive Cheese Dip
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Lemon
Chive Cheese Dip |
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Serve with a
citrusy white wine...
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4
oz |
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cream cheese, softened |
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½
cup |
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ricotta cheese |
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½
cup |
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crème fraîche or sour cream |
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¾
cup |
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finely snipped fresh chives |
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1
Tbs |
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finely shredded lemon peel |
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¼
tsp |
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kosher salt or sea salt |
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¼
tsp |
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freshly ground black pepper |
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lemon peel and/or fresh chives
(optional) |
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crackers and/or vegetable dippers |
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1 |
In a medium
mixing bowl beat cream cheese with an electric
mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in
ricotta cheese and crème fraîche just until
combined. Stir in chives, shredded lemon peel,
salt and pepper. Cover and chill for 4 to 24
hours. |
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2 |
When ready
to serve, sprinkle with lemon peel and/or fresh
chives. Serve with crackers and/or vegetables. |
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Yield: 1 1/2 cups
dip |
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Recipe Source |
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Better Homes and Gardens |
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