{"id":55663,"date":"2023-08-26T11:48:43","date_gmt":"2023-08-26T11:48:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/?p=55663"},"modified":"2023-12-24T15:55:14","modified_gmt":"2023-12-24T15:55:14","slug":"what-is-cheese-spread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Cheese Spread?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Cheese spread<\/strong> is a delightful way to add flavor to snacks, appetizers, and meals. It comes in many delicious varieties and can be used in so many ways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/What-Is-Cheese-Spread.jpeg\" alt=\"What Is Cheese Spread\" class=\"wp-image-55669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/What-Is-Cheese-Spread.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/What-Is-Cheese-Spread-768x403.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few main types of cheese spread. <strong>Natural soft cheese<\/strong> that is spreadable includes ricotta, mascarpone, chevre, and stracciatella. These can be spread right onto bread or crackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Processed cheese spreads<\/strong> are packaged cheese products like The Laughing Cow wedges, Cheez Whiz, and Velveeta. These tend to be softer and more spreadable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cheese spreads<\/strong> also refers to dips and spreads made from blending <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/amul-cheese-vs-mozzarella-cheese\/\">soft cheese<\/a> with other ingredients. An example is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/tirokafteri\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.themediterraneandish.com\/tirokafteri\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">tirokafteri<\/a>, a Greek <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheddar-cheese-vs-feta-cheese\/\">feta cheese<\/a> spread with olive oil and roasted peppers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_63 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#Popular_Varieties_of_Cheese_Spread\" title=\"Popular Varieties of Cheese Spread\">Popular Varieties of Cheese Spread<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#How_to_Use_Cheese_Spread\" title=\"How to Use Cheese Spread\">How to Use Cheese Spread<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#Tips_for_Making_Homemade_Cheese_Spread\" title=\"Tips for Making Homemade Cheese Spread\">Tips for Making Homemade Cheese Spread<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#Serving_Ideas_for_Cheese_Spread\" title=\"Serving Ideas for Cheese Spread\">Serving Ideas for Cheese Spread<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/what-is-cheese-spread\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popular_Varieties_of_Cheese_Spread\"><\/span>Popular Varieties of Cheese Spread<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Popular-Varieties-of-Cheese-Spread.jpeg\" alt=\"Popular Varieties of Cheese Spread\" class=\"wp-image-55672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Popular-Varieties-of-Cheese-Spread.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Popular-Varieties-of-Cheese-Spread-768x403.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>There are countless <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheese-spread-vs-mayonnaise\/\">cheese spread varieties<\/a> to discover. Here are some of the most popular kinds to try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pimento cheese<\/strong>&nbsp;is a Southern United States specialty, often called \"Carolina caviar.\" It blends cheddar or other cheese with pimentos, mayo, and spices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Port wine cheese<\/strong>&nbsp;is a mass-produced <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/american-cheese-vs-colby-jack\/\">American cheese<\/a> spread with port wine flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pub cheese<\/strong>&nbsp;is a creamy spreadable cheese served at bars in America.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Liptauer<\/strong>&nbsp;is a traditional Central European cheese spread with spices like caraway seeds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.spainbuddy.com\/almogrote-recipe-a-taste-of-the-canaries\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.spainbuddy.com\/almogrote-recipe-a-taste-of-the-canaries\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Almogrote<\/a>\u00a0is a Spanish Canary Islands cheese spread made by melting <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/auribella-cheese-vs-parmesan\/\">hard cheese<\/a> with olive oil and peppers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beer cheese<\/strong>&nbsp;is a cheese spread from Kentucky made with beer, cheddar, and spices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cervelle de canut<\/strong>&nbsp;is a French fromage blanc and herb spread.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Cheese_Spread\"><\/span>How to Use Cheese Spread<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cheese spread<\/strong> is extremely versatile in the kitchen. Here are some delicious ways to use <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/best-cheese-spreads\/\">cheese spreads<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Spread it onto crackers, bread, bagels, English muffins, or vegetables for a snack or appetizer. Feel free to experiment with flavor combinations like cheese spread with fruit, cured meats, nuts, or pickles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make a&nbsp;<strong>cheese spread dip<\/strong>&nbsp;by simply softening <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheddar-cheese-vs-cream-cheese\/\">cream cheese<\/a> or cheese spread. For added flavor, blend in herbs, roasted garlic, or other ingredients.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir cheese spread into pasta sauce or pasta bakes to make them extra creamy and cheesy. The cheese will melt right in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use flavored cheese spreads like garlic herb or smoked gouda spread to make unique&nbsp;<strong>cheese balls<\/strong>&nbsp;for parties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add dollops of cheese spread on top of pizza or flatbreads before baking for added creamy flavor. Ricotta works well.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make an easy cheese sauce for steaks, fish, or chicken by melting cheese spread into warmed <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/why-is-whipping-cream-not-whipping\/\">heavy cream<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use sweet flavors like fruit or honey cheese spread in cookies, scones or other baked goods.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spoon cheese spread over the top of egg dishes like frittatas and quiches before baking for extra richness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swap out some of the cream cheese called for in dips and spread recipes for flavored cheese spreads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_for_Making_Homemade_Cheese_Spread\"><\/span>Tips for Making Homemade Cheese Spread<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/homemade-cheese-spread.jpeg\" alt=\"homemade cheese spread\" class=\"wp-image-55673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/homemade-cheese-spread.jpeg 1200w, https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/homemade-cheese-spread-768x403.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Making homemade cheese spread is easy and allows you to create any flavor you want. Here are some tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Use a food processor or blender for quick cheese spread mixing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Soften room-temperature cheese<\/strong>\u00a0before blending for the smoothest texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add milk, cream, or even wine or beer to thin out the cheese to spread consistency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mix in any additional ingredients like herbs, roasted garlic, caramelized onions, bacon, or hot peppers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For best flavor, allow the cheese spread to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store homemade cheese spreads in a sealed container in the fridge for 5-7 days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Serving_Ideas_for_Cheese_Spread\"><\/span>Serving Ideas for Cheese Spread<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you've made or purchased cheese spread, it's time to dig in! Here are some fun ways to serve your cheese spreads:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Offer a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gourmetfoodworld.com\/cheese-and-butter\/spreadable-cheese-0508\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.gourmetfoodworld.com\/cheese-and-butter\/spreadable-cheese-0508\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">variety of cheeses spread<\/a> in small bowls with accompaniments like crackers, bread, fresh vegetables, olives, and cured meats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spread cheese onto sandwiches or panini for added flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top bruschetta with a spread like ricotta cheese before adding toppings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stir cheese spread into mashed potatoes or macaroni and cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use cheese spread as a burger topping instead of traditional cheese slices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make homemade Lunchables with cheese spread, crackers, meat, and veggies for kids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fry cheese spread mixed with breadcrumbs as cheese fritters or croquettes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make a cheese spread grilled cheese sandwich on the panini press or griddle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So grab your favorite cheese spread and start spreading the joy! With so many possibilities, cheese spread makes snacking, appetizing, and cooking more fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What ingredients are used to make cheese spreads?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese spreads are made by blending cheese with additional ingredients like milk, cream, herbs, spices, vegetables, cured meats, nuts, and fruit. Almost any type of soft, semi-soft, or semi-hard cheese can be used including cheddar, cream cheese, feta, brie, and gouda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is the difference between cheese spread and cheese dip?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese dips are generally served warm or hot, and have a thinner, more liquidy consistency for dipping chips, vegetables, or other snacks. Cheese spreads are thicker and served chilled or at room temperature on crackers or bread. However, chilled cheese spreads can also be used as dips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Can I make my own flavored cheese spreads at home?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, it's easy to make homemade cheese spreads. Simply blend softened cheese with your choice of mix-ins like roasted garlic, caramelized onions, bacon, hot peppers, figs, or blueberries. You can flavor cheese spreads to your own taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What is a good way to use up leftover cheese?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to use leftover cheese pieces is to make them into an <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/cheese-spread-recipe\/\">easy homemade cheese spread<\/a>. Even small amounts of different cheeses can be combined into spread. Just soften the cheese, add seasonings, a liquid like wine or cream, and blend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How long does homemade cheese spread last in the fridge?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Properly stored in an airtight container, most homemade cheese spreads will last 5-7 days refrigerated. Make sure to use clean utensils each time you take some out to prevent contamination. Discard if mold appears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It's easy to see why cheese spreads have remained popular for so many years. Their smooth, creamy texture complements both snacks and full meals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many ways to serve cheese spreads and endless flavor combinations to try, there's a cheese spread for every taste. <strong>Experiment with making your own homemade cheese spreads<\/strong> to put your personal spin on these timeless recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or seek out new cheese spread flavors from <a href=\"https:\/\/aglassandahalffullproductions.com\/american-cheese-vs-real-cheese\/\">artisanal cheese<\/a> makers and specialty food stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However you choose to enjoy them, cheese spreads are a convenient way to add big, bold flavor anywhere.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cheese spread is a delightful way to add flavor to snacks, appetizers, and meals. It comes in many delicious varieties and can be used in so many ways. There are a few main types of cheese spread. Natural soft cheese that is spreadable includes ricotta, mascarpone, chevre, and stracciatella. 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