Jan's Diane's Cream Cheese and Beef Spread

Indulge in the ultimate savory spread with **Jan's Diane's Cream Cheese and Beef Spread**—a rich and flavorful appetizer perfect for parties, potlucks, or a cozy night in. This crowd-pleasing recipe combines creamy, whipped cream cheese with perfectly seasoned ground beef, sautéed onion, garlic, and a hint of smoky paprika for a delectable balance of savory goodness. Enhanced with a splash of Worcestershire sauce for umami depth, this spread is irresistibly smooth and hearty. Serve it warm or at room temperature with your favorite crackers or slices of crusty bread for the perfect bite every time. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this recipe makes 6 servings that will surely disappear in no time! Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and you’ve got a decadent, easy-to-make appetizer that’s bound to be the star of any gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
• 1 package crackers or bread

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Drain any excess grease from the skillet using a slotted spoon, then return the beef mixture to the skillet.

Step 4

Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to combine and remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or spatula to whip the cream cheese until smooth and spreadable.

Step 6

Gradually fold the warm beef mixture into the cream cheese until evenly incorporated. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the spread to a serving bowl or plate. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately with crackers or slices of bread. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1094.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2922.8

Total Fat 190.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 550.2mg	0%
Sodium 3940.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 108.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 405.4mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 2020.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 27.9%