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The Easiest, Most Flavorful Herbed Farmers Cheese Spread – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Easiest, Most Flavorful Herbed Farmer's Cheese Spread

Elevate your appetizer game with this ridiculously simple, yet elegant, homemade Herbed Farmer's Cheese Spread. Bursting with the fresh flavors of dill and chives and a zesty kick of lemon, this creamy delight is the perfect partner for dark rye bread, crisp crackers, or even as
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 20 serving
Calories: 45
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ lb (340 g / 12 oz) hoop or farmer cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup (240 g / 8.5 oz) full-fat sour cream
  • 1 Tbs / 15 ml (0.5 fl oz) minced fresh dill
  • ⅓ cup (80 ml / 2.7 fl oz) finely chopped fresh chives
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp (1.25 ml / 0 fl oz) hot paprika
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • For easier mashing, let the farmer cheese sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before mixing.
  • The spread's flavor deepens and improves overnight, making it a perfect make-ahead appetizer.
  • For an ultra-creamy, whipped texture, blend the in a small food processor instead of mashing by hand.
  • Beyond bread, this makes a fantastic dip for cucumber slices, bell pepper strips, and cherry tomatoes.

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the crumbled farmer cheese and sour cream.
  2. Using the back of a fork, mash them together thoroughly until the largest lumps are broken down.
  3. Add the minced dill, chopped chives, lemon juice, and hot paprika.
  4. Stir vigorously until the spread is smooth and all are fully incorporated.
  5. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then give it one final mix.
  6. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve cool on your favorite rye or pumpernickel bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 4gFat: 3g

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