Port Wine Cheese Spread

Port Wine Cheese Spread

• 1/2 cup port wine
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 16 ounces Cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne

Preparation:

In a small bowl, combine wine and melted butter. In a food processor, combine Cheddar cheese, sour cream, salt, and cayenne pepper. Process until mixture is smooth. With motor still running, gradually add the butter and wine mixture, processing until smooth. Store in airtight container and refrigerate for 24 hours for best flavor. Serve with assorted crackers.
Makes about 4 cups.

* Diana Rattray 

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