BENEDICTINE DIP

Benedictine Dip image

Benedictine is a creamy spread studded with chopped cucumbers. It was named in honor of Jennie Carter Benedict, a chef and restaurateur from Louisville, Kentucky, who created the condiment at the turn of the 20th century. Originally used for cucumber sandwiches, Benedictine is now commonly enjoyed as a cold dip for chips or spread on crackers. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 drop green food coloring, optional
3/4 cup finely chopped peeled cucumber, patted dry
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
Assorted crackers

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, parsley, mayonnaise, salt, cayenne, pepper and food coloring if desired; beat until smooth. Stir in cucumber and onion. Chill until serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 51 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.