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CREAMY MIXED CHEESE SPREAD WITH PAPRIKA AND CUMIN

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CREAMY MIXED CHEESE SPREAD WITH PAPRIKA AND CUMIN

CREAMY MIXED CHEESE SPREAD WITH PAPRIKA AND CUMIN

A flavorful and creamy cheese spread combining fresh cow cheese and telemea, seasoned with paprika, cumin, and onion for a mildly spicy, aromatic twist. Optionally enriched with sour cream for extra smoothness, this spread is perfect served with fresh vegetable sticks and crunchy crackers for a healthy, satisfying appetizer.

πŸ•’ Prep Time: 10 min

🍽️ Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 200 g fresh cow cheese
  • 200 g telemea cheese
  • Β½ onion
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2–3 pinches ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp sour cream (optional)
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate fresh cow cheese and telemea on a fine grater. Mix well until combined.
  2. For a creamier texture (depending on how dry the cow cheese is), add 1 tablespoon of sour cream and mix thoroughly.
  3. Grate the onion on a coarse grater and add it along with paprika, ground cumin, and pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir well to create a smooth, pinkish spread.
  4. Serve in a bowl surrounded by fresh vegetable sticks such as cucumber, celery stalks, endive, carrots, radish rounds, green onions, and cherry tomatoes. Don’t forget some crunchy crackers on the side for those who love carbs!

πŸ’‘ Tips

  • Adjust the sour cream amount based on desired creaminess.
  • Freshly grated onion adds sweetness and texture.
  • Pair with a variety of crisp veggies for a colorful platter.

πŸŽ‰ Perfect For

  • Healthy snacks and appetizers
  • Party platters and mezze boards
  • Light lunches and picnics