L’Auberge Chez François Herbed Cottage Cheese Spread
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy. This blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic and fresh herbs makes an irresistible spread. My first job out of culinary school was as an apprentice at the acclaimed L’Auberge Chez François, a romantic French restaurant right outside of Washington, DC. If you’re from the area, you’ve likely spent a special occasion there. If not, just imagine an Old World style cottage in the rolling hills of Virginia, dining rooms appointed with cozy fireplaces and traditional Alsatian decor, an old-school French menu featuring the likes of escargots, foie gras, and Chateaubriand, and a whole lotta charm. It’s a very special place. However, I found out pretty quickly that working there wasn’t quite as romantic as dining there. The restaurant has a large, European-style brigade kitchen with the chef at the helm and all the cooks “manning” their stations. Not only was I the only woman, at five feet two inches tall, I was also hopelessly undersized for the massive equipment that surrounded us. I had to get lifts on my shoes just to reach the plates over the stove—and don’t even ask about those fifty-pound sacks of potatoes! If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to cook in a restaurant kitchen, just imagine trying to juggle multiple orders in your head, cooking on four different burners with food in the oven at the same time, flames, sharp knives, hot pans, and the incessant stream of orders coming in and going out. It was terrifying! I did eventually get the hang of it, and though I never once forgot what a privilege it was to work there, I have to admit that I’m much happier to be a guest at Chez François now. One of the nicest parts about dining there is all the unexpected treats that show up at your table throughout the meal, like decadent chocolate truffles after dessert, sorbets garnished with candied violets in-between courses, or my personal favorite, the Herbed Cottage Cheese Spread that comes with a basket of toasted garlic bread while you peruse the menu. It’s a blend of cottage cheese, sour cream, garlic, scallions, and fresh herbs that’s irresistible—the perfect beginning to an always perfect meal. “This was beyond delicious. I served it for a girls cocktail night and then couldn’t stop eating the leftovers the next day…Three friends asked for the link to the recipe that evening!” You may also like Creamy Whipped Feta Dip Cheese Call (AKA “Party Magnet”) Tzatziki (Yogurt & Cucumber Dip) Sundried Tomato Dip Smoked Salmon Dip Tapenade Creamy Whipped Feta Dip Cheese Call (AKA “Party Magnet”) Tzatziki (Yogurt & Cucumber Dip) Sundried Tomato Dip Smoked Salmon Dip Tapenade RecipeComments (129)Add Comment Recipe Comments (129) Add Comment Ingredients 1 pound 4% small-curd, cream-style cottage cheese ⅔ cup sour cream ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon finely minced shallots 1 tablespoon finely minced green onions or chives 1 tablespoon finely minced parsley, plus more for garnish Garlic bread or crackers, for serving 1 pound 4% small-curd, cream-style cottage cheese ⅔ cup sour cream ½ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic 1 tablespoon finely minced shallots 1 tablespoon finely minced green onions or chives 1 tablespoon finely minced parsley, plus more for garnish Garlic bread or crackers, for serving Instructions Combine the cottage cheese and sour cream in a medium bowl and blend well. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly and adjust seasonings. Cover and chill well before serving. Serve with toasted garlic bread or crackers and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Combine the cottage cheese and sour cream in a medium bowl and blend well. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly and adjust seasonings. Cover and chill well before serving. Serve with toasted garlic bread or crackers and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Nutrition Information Powered by Serving size: About 1/3 cup Calories: 95 Fat: 6g Saturated fat: 3g Carbohydrates: 3g Sugar: 2g Fiber: 0g Protein: 7g Sodium: 368mg Cholesterol: 20mg Serving size: About 1/3 cup Calories: 95 Fat: 6g Saturated fat: 3g Carbohydrates: 3g Sugar: 2g Fiber: 0g Protein: 7g Sodium: 368mg Cholesterol: 20mg This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. 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