Creamy Spread with Garlic and Chives
2 cups This creamy spread with garlic and chives is not just popular for bagels, but also for all sorts of sandwiches. Cream cheese can often be hard to spread when it’s taken straight from the refrigerator, and some may find it too heavy. My recipe for a creamy spread with cream... Read more ... cheese addresses these issues. Thanks to the added sour cream, it’s very easy to spread and lighter in texture. It’s simple to make, and once you try it, you’ll never want any other spread. Read less x saved Tom the Chef Founder January 5, 2024 6 min.6 min.1/5 6 min. 6 min. 1/5 Ingredients: 8 OZ of cream cheese½ cup of sour cream (4 OZ)1 clove of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed)¼ cup of chives - finely chopped (optionally substitute with fresh parsley or 1 TBSP of dried chives) Pinch of salt (adjust if needed) Pinch of pepper (adjust if needed) 8 OZ of cream cheese ½ cup of sour cream (4 OZ) 1 clove of garlic - peeled and grated (or pressed) ¼ cup of chives - finely chopped (optionally substitute with fresh parsley or 1 TBSP of dried chives) Pinch of salt (adjust if needed) Pinch of pepper (adjust if needed) Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Small Hand Grater or Garlic Press1x Kitchen Mixer with Whisk Attachment (or hand mixer)1x Silicone Spatula 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Small Hand Grater or Garlic Press 1x Kitchen Mixer with Whisk Attachment (or hand mixer) 1x Silicone Spatula Directions: 1. Preparation: 1.1. Place into a kitchen mixer with whisk attachment: 8 OZ of cream cheese ½ cup of sour cream 1 clove of garlic –grated ¼ cup of chives – finely chopped Pinch of salt Pinch of pepper Process on high speed for 3 minutes or until it is nicely smooth and combined. 1.2. Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed. 2. Serving & storing: 2.1. The spread can be used immediately after preparation. 2.2. It can be refrigerated for up to 7 days. About the Author: Tom the ChefFounder # 1 120 Followers Published Recipes: 268Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USAMember since: 2023-02-02 Published Recipes: 268 Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Iowa, USA Member since: 2023-02-02 Disclaimer All content and information (including recipes, articles, and other materials) on CookingHub.com are the opinions of the authors and are not intended to provide dietary, medical, legal, or political advice. Consult with a professional before deciding to follow these opinions. Authors and www.CookingHub.com (operated by CookingHub Foundation) are not responsible for any part of any possible outcome or its consequences, which include (but are not limited to): Any health risk related to the handling of food, food quality, and/or not following USDA recommendations (including minimum safe serving temperatures and other guidelines). Safety during preparation, including the handling of equipment and the equipment’s suitability for food preparation. Improper performance of cooking techniques. Sourcing of ingredients, providing tools, equipment, and anything else related to the preparation and consumption of the products of this recipe. Nutritional data and information and diet-related information (and their accuracy). It is important to consult with your medical provider to ensure that the diet you are considering is suitable for you and to verify the information provided before proceeding. The overall outcome of following recipes, including the look and taste of the final product. Possible errors in articles and recipes (including incorrectly or unclearly explained steps and directions). Typos. Any health risk related to the handling of food, food quality, and/or not following USDA recommendations (including minimum safe serving temperatures and other guidelines). Safety during preparation, including the handling of equipment and the equipment’s suitability for food preparation. Improper performance of cooking techniques. Sourcing of ingredients, providing tools, equipment, and anything else related to the preparation and consumption of the products of this recipe. Nutritional data and information and diet-related information (and their accuracy). It is important to consult with your medical provider to ensure that the diet you are considering is suitable for you and to verify the information provided before proceeding. The overall outcome of following recipes, including the look and taste of the final product. Possible errors in articles and recipes (including incorrectly or unclearly explained steps and directions). Typos. All readers (users and visitors of www.CookingHub.com) are responsible for evaluating the recipes and articles and making their own decisions about whether to follow the steps and recommendations. They must ensure that the ingredients and steps fit with their dietary restrictions and avoid preparation methods that could pose a health risk due to an unsuitable diet.