Benedictine Spread
This Kentucky Derby Day favorite is named for its creator Jennie Carter Benedict – a legendary Kentucky restauranteur, cookbook author and caterer.
My favorite way to enjoy Benedictine is on a sandwich with cucumbers but it’s also so delicious as a dip with your favorite vegetables.
INGREDIENTS
8 ounces of cream cheese, softened·
3 tablespoons cucumber juice·
1 tablespoon onion juice·
1 teaspoon salt· a few grains of cayenne pepper·
2 drops green food coloring
DIRECTIONS
Peel & seed cucumbers, retaining a bit of skin for color.
Puree in a food processor. Squeeze puree in a cheesecloth or a clean tea towel, removing as much liquid as possible. This keeps the spread from being too runny & can be added back in if you want it a bit looser.
Combine all ingredients in a mixer or a food processor and mix until smooth. Taste for seasoning.
Typically used as a spread but can be used as a dip on a vegetable tray.
