Obatzda (Beer Cheese)
- Level: Easy
- Yield: 6 to 8 servings
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- Nutritional Analysis
- Per Serving
- Serving Size
- 1 of 8 servings
- Calories
- 221
- Total Fat
- 21
- Saturated Fat
- 13
- Carbohydrates
- 2
- Dietary Fiber
- 0
- Sugar
- 1
- Protein
- 6
- Cholesterol
- 61
- Sodium
- 244
- Total: 10 min
- Active: 10 min
Ingredients
8 ounces Camembert or Brie, at room temperature, chopped into large chunks
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup wheat beer
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, plus more for topping
1 teaspoon smoked paprika, plus more for topping
1/2 teaspoon ground caraway seeds, optional
1 small yellow onion (or 1/2 large), chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- Combine the cheese, butter, beer, cream, chives, paprika, caraway if using, onion and some salt and pepper in a food processor and blend to combine until smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper as needed. Top with additional paprika and chives.