Cheddar Cheese with Strawberry Preserves
Elevate your next gathering with this effortless yet elegant appetizer, **Cheddar Cheese with Strawberry Preserves**. This recipe perfectly balances the savory sharpness of aged cheddar cheese with the luscious sweetness of high-quality strawberry preserves, creating a flavor combination that's both indulgent and sophisticated. Served alongside crisp crackers or toasted baguette slices, this platter takes just 10 minutes to prepare and can be garnished with fresh strawberries and mint for a vibrant, eye-catching presentation. Ideal for holiday entertaining, wine nights, or casual get-togethers, this no-cook recipe is a crowd-pleasing fusion of gourmet flavor and simplicity.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Cheddar cheese (sharp or aged)
- 100 grams Strawberry preserves (high-quality or homemade)
- 12 pieces Crackers or toasted baguette slices
- 4 pieces Fresh strawberries (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Take the cheddar cheese out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance its flavor.
2. While the cheese is tempering, prepare your serving platter or board by arranging the crackers or toasted baguette slices in one section.
3. Cut the cheddar cheese into small cubes, thin slices, or wedges, depending on your preference, and neatly arrange it on the platter next to the crackers.
4. Spoon the strawberry preserves into a small serving bowl and place it on the platter next to the cheese and crackers.
5. If desired, slice the fresh strawberries in half and use them as a garnish around the platter. Add fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and aroma.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy this delightful pairing of savory and sweet flavors with family or friends.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2612 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 112.4 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.9 g | 244% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 214 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 3712 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.8 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 65.1 g | ||
| Protein | 74.4 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1584 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 754 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
