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Copycat Merkts Cheese Spread
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Copycat Merkts Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread

For a little kick, use pepper jack instead of Monterey Jack
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword cheese spread
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 12
Calories 1284kcal
Author Inspired by a recipe from The Cheese Knees

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese freshly shredded, not pre-shredded
  • 4 ounces Monterey jack cheese freshly shredded, not pre-shredded
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika plus a little more, for garnish
  • ½ cup half and half you might need a tad more

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients except for the half and half into a large food processor. Blend for 1 minute, stopping every 15 seconds or so to scrape the sides.
  • Add the half and half and continue blending for 1-2 minutes, stopping every 15 seconds or so to scrape the sides. You want the mixture to be smooth. If needed, add more half and half. Ours comes out perfect without it and it matches the consistency of the real spread.
  • Blend for 1 minute. Take the lid off and use a spatula to scrape down the sides.
  • Transfer spread to a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to overnight.
  • Serve sprinkled lightly with more paprika.

Nutrition

Calories: 1284kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 60g | Fat: 111g | Saturated Fat: 63g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Cholesterol: 326mg | Sodium: 4061mg | Potassium: 420mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 3617IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 1790mg | Iron: 1mg