French Quarter Cheese Spread (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 ounce package cream cheese, softened to room temperature.
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2 tablespoons grated onion.
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1 clove garlic, finely minced.
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1/4 cup unsalted butter, cubed.
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar.
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1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce.
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1/2 teaspoon spicy brown mustard.
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3/4 cup finely chopped toasted pecans.
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Assorted sturdy crackers, for serving.
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion, and garlic until thoroughly incorporated. Transfer to a serving plate; shape into a 6-inch disk. Cover with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour, then bring to near room temperature before you make the pecan mixture.
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In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. Cook and stir over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans.
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Cool slightly for a couple minutes. Spoon over cream cheese mixture, allowing it to fall over the sides.
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Serve immediately with crackers.
# Notes:
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Cheese base can be made ahead.
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Add warm pecan topping just before serving.