Canadian Sharp Cheddar Cheese Spread

Prep Time:
10 mins

Cook Time:
5 mins

Additional Time:
8 hrs 30 mins

Total Time:
8 hrs 45 mins

Servings:
12

Yield:
12 servings

Ingredients

Directions

Place cream cheese and cold pack Cheddar cheese in a microwave-safe bowl; slice cheese into chunks with a knife. Microwave cheese in 30-second intervals on high just until softened, stirring between intervals.

Stir red onion, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, paprika, and hot sauce into cheese mixture with a fork until evenly combined; spoon into an airtight container and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.

Remove cheese spread from refrigerator about 30 minutes before serving.

Cook’s Note

In Canada, I use MacLaren's Imperial Sharp Cheddar Cold Pack. It's a very hard, dry cheese, not a spread. In the U.S. it would be something like Black Creek Sharp Cheddar Cold Pack. Do not use Cheez Whiz.

For a milder taste, you can substitute green onions for the red onions.

This can be formed into a cheese log or cheese ball for a nice presentation.

Once prepared, the cheese spread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)