Nana's Hungarian Cheese Spread
Indulge in the rich, creamy flavors of Nana's Hungarian Cheese Spread, a quick and easy recipe inspired by old-world traditions. This delightful spread combines tangy cream cheese and cottage cheese with the subtle warmth of Hungarian paprika, a hint of garlic, and the fresh zest of chopped chives. Perfect as a party appetizer or an everyday snack, it can be whipped up in just 15 minutes and pairs wonderfully with rustic bread, crunchy crackers, or crisp vegetable sticks. Whether served immediately or chilled to let the flavors meld, this versatile cheese spread is a savory addition to your table. Customize the texture with a dollop of sour cream and elevate your spread game with this irresistible nod to Hungarian comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 cup Cottage cheese
- 2 teaspoons Paprika (Hungarian sweet or smoked, optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons Sour cream (optional, for texture adjustment)
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and cottage cheese. Use a fork or hand mixer to thoroughly blend until smooth.
Step 2
Add in the paprika, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Step 3
If the mixture is too thick for spreading, add sour cream one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until the desired consistency is achieved.
Step 4
Gently fold in the chopped fresh chives, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Step 5
Taste the cheese spread and adjust the seasonings, adding more paprika or salt if needed.
Step 6
Transfer the cheese spread to a serving dish and sprinkle with the reserved chives for garnishing.
Step 7
Serve immediately with fresh bread, crackers, or vegetable sticks. Alternatively, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld further before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (509.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1066.3 |
| Total Fat 89.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 51.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g | |
| Cholesterol 265.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2396.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 28.4g | |
| Protein 31.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 9.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 379.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 606.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories