Food: Pistachio Cranberry Cheese Log

Hello again! It's Fallon of Sage + Sparkle here, to share with you one of my favorite (super easy) appetizers that you can prepare for any holiday soiree.

In total it takes a bout 4 hours to make but the actual time you will spend on it, is very minimal. The longest part is just letting it sit in fridge. Easy enough, right?! I don't know about you, but for me the holidays are a whirlwind, I feel like they are over before they even start... so easy is a must! The original recipe was adapted from good ol' Martha, however see below for the slight changes/additions I made.

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 Ingredients:
  • 1 bar (8 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
  • 1 cup coarsely grated sharp white cheddar (4 ounces)
  • 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Sea salt and ground pepper
  • 1 cup shelled unsalted pistachios, chopped
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • Assorted crackers, for serving
Directions:
  • In a medium bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar,dijon, and worcestershire until well combined; season with salt and pepper. (TIP: I used my bullet to make sure everything was mixed perfectly)
  • Cover then refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours.
  • Toast pistachios over medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant and golden, about 7 minutes; set aside and let cool
  • Once cooled mix in bowl with dried cranberries
  • Transfer cheese mixture to a piece of waxed or parchment paper; using paper, shape into a 6" long log. Roll in pistachio/cranberrie mixture, pressing them firmly to adhere.
  • Wrap log in a fresh piece of waxed or parchment paper and place back into refrigerator for additional 1 to 2 hours (or up to 1 day) to firm.
  • Serve with crackers.
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I hope you all have a wonderful Holiday. See you in the new year!!!


 -post by Fallon Carmichael, Sage + Sparkle    

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8 comments

  1. This looks so tasty!

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  2. Looks like such a delicious healthy treat! ...YUM!


    xo
    Maggie A
    LOVEMAVIN.COM

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  3. Looks amazing! I love that you've added worcestershire sauce.

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  4. Wow great idea, looks delicious!!

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  5. I'm making some tonight for New Year's!

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  6. This sounds and looks so delicious. Thanks for sharing Fallon. :)

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  7. This is what my husband & I will be making this new year as a snack for guests! cant wait.
    thanks!

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