Garlic Cheese Spread Recipe – Czech Česneková pomazánka

Garlic cheese spread on white bread roll slices.

Garlic Cheese Spread Recipe – Czech Česneková pomazánka

This garlic cheese spread recipe is ideal for family gatherings or potluck events. It's quick to make, can be prepared in advance, and tastes absolutely delicious!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Czech

Keyword Pomazánka, Spread

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings cup

Calories 562kcal

Author Petra Kupská

Ingredients

6 ounces semi-hard cheese e. g., Edam, Edamer, Monterey Jack, Swiss
5 Tablespoons mayonnaise plain, e. g., Hellman’s
2 Tablespoons sour cream fat content about 15 %
3 cloves garlic peeled and pressed (or grated)
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Cups - Metric

Instructions

Finely shred 6 ounces semi-hard cheese on a hand grater. Peel and press or grate 3 cloves garlic.
Put the cheese, garlic, 5 Tablespoons mayonnaise, and 2 Tablespoons sour cream in a bowl—season with ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Stir until combined.
Let the garlic cheese spread rest for about 15 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Notes

The basic recipe makes about 1 cup.
SERVING: Garlic spread pairs excellent with a white bread roll (Czech Rohlík). Slice the roll and top each piece with the spread. Sprinkle the spread with chopped greens, such as parsley or chives, for a better look. Arrange on a platter and serve.
STORAGE: Place the garlic-cheese spread in an airtight container or a bowl covered with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator, where the spread will keep for about 3-5 days.
I added less than ¼ teaspoon of salt. It may seem nothing, but the cheese itself is quite salty. It's better to add the salt later than to oversalt the spread initially.

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