Blue Cheese Spread Recipe

Ingredients

3 shallots, finely chopped2 teaspoons butter2 cups (8 ounces) crumbled blue cheese2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons Cognac or brandy1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon white pepper1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toastedAssorted crackers

Preparation

In a small skillet, saute shallots in butter until tender. Remove from the heat; cool.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cheeses, sour cream, Cognac, salt and pepper. Add shallots and mix well. Line a 3-cup bowl with plastic wrap. Spread cheese mixture into prepared bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Unmold onto a serving plate; garnish with walnuts. Serve with crackers.