Vermont Cheddar with Cranberry Pear Chutney
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Vermont Cheddar with Cranberry Pear Chutney recipe—a celebration of bold flavors and artisanal pairings. Featuring the richness of sharp Vermont cheddar cheese perfectly complemented by a vibrant, homemade chutney, this dish is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and aromatic notes. The chutney, crafted from fresh cranberries, juicy pears, a hint of spice, and a splash of orange juice, is simmered to jam-like perfection and pairs beautifully with the creamy, aged cheddar. Served alongside crisp crackers or slices of rustic bread, this recipe is ideal for festive gatherings or elegant wine pairings. With only 40 minutes of prep and cook time, this stunning dish is as easy to make as it is impressive to serve.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Vermont cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries
- 2 Pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Orange juice
- 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp Ground ginger
- 1 pinch Ground cloves
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
- 12 pieces Crackers or bread for serving
Instructions
Prepare the cranberry pear chutney: In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, diced pears, granulated sugar, orange juice, and apple cider vinegar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir to combine the ingredients.
Add the ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.
If using, add the raisins to the mixture.
Bring the chutney to a simmer and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens to a jam-like consistency.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the chutney cool completely. Once cooled, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
To serve, arrange the Vermont cheddar cheese on a platter. Add a bowl of the cranberry pear chutney alongside.
Serve with crackers or slices of bread for spreading. Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
633 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.1 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 14.2 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*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.
