PORT WINE AND BLUE CHEESE SPREAD

SERVES 6 to 8

MAKES 1 cup

TOTAL TIME: 10 minutes

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To quickly soften cream cheese, microwave it for 20 to 30 seconds. This recipe can be easily doubled to serve a larger crowd. The cheese spread can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days; let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving. Serve with thinly sliced baguette or crackers.

2

ounces blue cheese, crumbled (½ cup)

2

ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded (½ cup)

4

ounces cream cheese, softened

1

tablespoon mayonnaise

1

tablespoon port wine

1

small garlic clove, minced

¼

cup pecans, toasted and chopped fine

Process all ingredients except pecans together in food processor until smooth, scraping down bowl as needed, about 1 minute. Transfer to 8-ounce ramekin or bowl, sprinkle with pecans, and serve.