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“Homemade Gift Idea: Potted Cheese”

Prep Time4 hours
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cup

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound cheese a mixture of sharp and mild is best
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 cup good beer
  • 1/2 cup butter room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Freshly ground pepper
  • Pinch cayenne
  • 2 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter optional for storing more than a week

Instructions

  • Grate or chop the cheese into a fine consistency. Place in a bowl and add the mustard and beer. Let sit at room temperature for several hours until the cheese softens.
  • Add the mixture to a food processor along with the soft butter, Worcestershire, cinnamon, smoked paprika, pepper, and cayenne. The texture should be smooth and the flavor assertive. Adjust the seasoning to your tastes.
  • Pack the mixture into a small glass mason jar, making sure to press down with the back of a spoon to eliminate any air bubbles. Store in the refrigerator until hard.
  • To store it beyond a week, melt 2 tablespoons of ghee or clarified butter in a small bowl and pour it over the top of the jar. Refrigerate until hardened. This will help preserve it.
  • To serve, let come to room temperature so that it has a spreadable consistency.