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APRICOT SPREAD



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Michele Benson of Wheeling, West Virginia, combines sweet apricot and savory onion flavors to create this appealing spread for crackers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons apricot preserves
2-1/2 teaspoons minced chives
Dash onion powder
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese, preserves, chives and onion powder until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 25 minutes or until chilled. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 90mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHIPOTLE-APRICOT CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Apricot preserves and cream cheese are the perfect mellow foil for chipotle peppers in this fiery sweet dip.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Fruit Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/2 cup apricot preserves
1 canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 Tbsp. water
1 green onion, finely chopped
round buttery crackers

Steps:

  • Spread cream cheese onto bottom of pie plate.
  • Cook preserves, peppers and water in saucepan on medium-low heat 5 min. or until preserves are melted, stirring occasionally. Stir in onions; spread over cream cheese.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

APRICOT AND CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Appetizers & Snacks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg (8 oz.) Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
1 Tbsp apricot preserves
1 tsp spicy mustard
1 tsp horseradish

Steps:

  • Let cream cheese soften.
  • In small mixing bowl, mix preserves, mustard and horseradish together.
  • Pour mixture over cream cheese. Spread on your favorite crackers or rye sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

APRICOT-CHIPOTLE CHEESE SPREAD



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Creamy cheese, sweet preserves and spicy chipotle are just the right combo for this easy cracker spread. If you want to try some variations, use cherry or raspberry preserves in place of the apricot. -Barb Templin, Norwood, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 cup apricot preserves
3 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
3 teaspoons minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
Assorted crackers and vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic and onion powder until blended. Shape cheese mixture into a log. Wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours., In a small bowl, mix preserves, ginger and chipotle peppers until blended. Spoon over cream cheese. Serve with crackers and vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BAKED APRICOT SPREAD



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One reviewer called this spread a must-make for the holidays. We agree, but don't limit yourself to the holidays-it's delicious year-round!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/2 cup sliced dried apricots
1/3 cup sliced almonds
round buttery crackers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Mix cream cheese and cheddar in medium bowl until blended. Add sour cream and apricots; mix well.
  • Spread into 9-inch pie plate; sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until nuts are lightly toasted and spread is heated through. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

APRICOT SPREAD



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Provided by Nadine Helen Conly

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Rum     Food Processor     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Vegetarian     Apricot     White Wine     Simmer     Gourmet     California     Fat Free     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 1 1/3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 pound dried apricots, preferably California (1 1/2 cups)
3/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
2 (3-inch) strips lemon zest
1 1/2 teaspoons dark rum

Steps:

  • Bring apricots, wine, water, sugar, zest, and a pinch of salt to a boil in a small heavy saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced and very syrupy and apricots are very soft, about 15 minutes if using California (about 45 minutes if using Turkish). (If apricots are not yet softened, pour in an additional 1/4 cup water and continue cooking.)
  • Remove from heat. Discard zest, then stir in rum. Transfer apricot mixture to a bowl and cool slightly, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes.
  • Purée in a food processor until mixture is very smooth. Add water to purée if necessary to achieve a spreadable consistency.
  • Serve at room temperature or chilled.

PINEAPPLE APRICOT CHEESE SPREAD



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This recipe was found in the December 2009 Best of Cooking Light Holidays, & it can be easily made & enjoyed during the holidays or any time of year! Preparation time does not include the time needed for chilling. One tablespoon per serving size is based on the following = Although it's nice served with crackers, whole grain bread, etc, during the holidays, you can make 64 appetizers by putting 1 tablespoon of this cheese spread between 2 gingersnaps!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Spreads

Time 20m

Yield 4 cups, 64 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) can crushed pineapple, in juice, undrained
1/2 cup dried apricot, finely chopped
1/4 cup mango chutney, chopped
1/4 cup apricot brandy
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cups reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
2 (8 ounce) packages fat free cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup reduced-calorie stick margarine, softened

Steps:

  • In a sieve over a bowl, drain the pineapple, reserving 3 tablespoons of the juice.
  • In a small saucepan, combine pineapple, reserved juice, dried apricots, chutney, apricot brandy & ginger, then bring to a boil, reduce the heat & simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until thick, stirring frequently. Place in a bowl & chill thoroughly.
  • Put cheddar cheese, cream cheese & margarine in a food processor & process until smooth, scraping sides of the bowl occasionally.
  • Combine cheese mixture & cooled pineapple mixture, then spoon into a serving bowl, cover & chill.

APRICOT-NUT SPREAD



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This nice and tart spread can add extra-special flavor to homemade muffins and biscuits, especially when the baked goodies are fresh from the oven.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots
1/2 cup water
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Soak apricots in water overnight; drain; reserving 2 tablespoons liquid. , In a blender, combine apricots and reserved liquid ; process for about 10 seconds. Add cream cheese; process just until blended, about 10-20 seconds. Add walnuts and blend until mixed. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 53mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED CHICKEN SLIDERS WITH APRICOT CHUTNEY SPREAD



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Make and share this Grilled Chicken Sliders With Apricot Chutney Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by weekend cooker

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 8 sliders, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs skinless boneless, chicken thighs
3/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
3 apricots, halved and pitted
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, chopped
8 mini sandwich buns

Steps:

  • Combine first 3 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle chicken with pepper mixture.
  • Place a large grill pan over medium high heat, and coat with cooking spray.
  • Add chicken to pan, cook 5 minutes on each side or until done.
  • Cool slightly, and shred meat.
  • Recoat pan with cooking spray, and place apricots cut side down on pan, and cook 6 minutes on medium-high heat or until tender and lightly browned, turning after 4 minutes.
  • Place apricots and add water, cider vinegar, mustard, and garlic cloves in a food processor, and process until smooth.
  • Spread 1/2 teaspoon apricot chutney over cut side of each sandwich bun half.
  • Place 1/3 cup chicken on bottom bun, and cover with other half of bun.

APRICOT- ORANGE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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Make and share this Apricot- Orange Cream Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     Spreads

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup dried apricot, chopped
3/4 cup water
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • Combine apricots and water in small saucepan. Bring to boil, cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 10 minutes and drain well.
  • Beat cream cheese at medium speed with electric mixer, until it's smooth and fluffy. Stir in the apricots and remaining ingredients.
  • Serve on crackers, on an English muffin or bagel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.5, Fat 33.2, SaturatedFat 17.3, Cholesterol 83.9, Sodium 251.4, Carbohydrate 43.6, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 36.1, Protein 7.6

APRICOT CHEESE SPREAD



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Make and share this Apricot Cheese Spread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ladymarye

Categories     Spreads

Time 10m

Yield 16-18 oz

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 -8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons apricot preserves
3 tablespoons bacon bits
3 green onions (green tops only)
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • Beat all together and serve with Town House Bistro corn bread crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22.6, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 3.9, Sodium 12.5, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.4

APRICOT SPREAD-BAKED



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Enjoy the fruit and cheese flavors of this spread on your favorite crackers or pita chips. If you would like it a little spicier spread add 2 Tablespoons of mango chutney to the cream cheese mixture before spreading into the pie plate. You will want to double this recipe- it is that good. Kraft Kitchen recipe.

Provided by Pat Duran @kitchenChatter

Categories     Fruit Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 ounce(s) cream cheese , softened
1 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup(s) sour cream
1/2 cup(s) finely chopped dried apricots or 1/2 cup apricot preserves
1/3 cup(s) sliced almonds
- assorted crackers

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350^. Mix cream cheese and cheddar in a medium bowl until well blended. Add sour cream and apricots; mix well.
  • Spread into a 9-inch oven safe dish or pie plate; sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake 25-30 minutes or until nuts are lightly toasted and spread is heated through. Cool slightly. Serve with crackers.
  • Note: This is great with other dried fruit such as blueberries or cranberries or cherries. Sprinkle top with candied sugar pecans or walnuts.

PHILADELPHIA® APRICOT-ALMOND SPREAD



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PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, apricot jam and toasted sliced almonds are all you need to take your cheese-and-crackers game to a whole new level.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 10 servings, about 2 Tbsp. spread and 5 crackers each.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 cup apricot jam or preserves
2 Tbsp. sliced almonds, toasted
assorted flavored round buttery crackers

Steps:

  • Place cream cheese on serving plate.
  • Top with jam; sprinkle with almonds.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 230 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 3 g

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