Red Grapefruit Cheese Spread

Savor the zesty flavors of Texas red grapefruit combined with a creamy cheese spread in this delightful recipe. Perfect for any gathering or as a tasty snack during the day.

Ingredients

Ingredients
2	red grapefruits, peeled and sectioned
1⁄2	cup dried apricots
1	cup water
1	lb Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1	(5 ounce) jar Neufchatel cheese spread with pineapple
1	(3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2	teaspoons poppy seeds
1⁄2	cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

• Preparation and Mixing

  1. Peel and section the red grapefruits over a bowl, ensuring to reserve the juice.
  2. Chop the grapefruit sections and set them aside to drain.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the dried apricots with water and let them stand for 2 hours.
  4. After 2 hours, drain and chop the apricots.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded Monterey Jack cheese, Neufchatel cheese spread with pineapple, and softened cream cheese. Mix until smooth.
  6. Measure 1/4 cup of the reserved grapefruit juice and stir it into the cheese mixture.
  7. Fold in the poppy seeds, chopped walnuts, chopped apricots, and prepared grapefruit sections.
  8. Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl, cover it, and chill in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight.

Aug 17, 2024