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Ways to Use Cream Cheese

By Family Food Network ⋅ March 28, 2007 ⋅  Email this post ⋅  Print this post ⋅ Post a comment

Christine Steendahl has penned an article about using Cream Cheese. Is she a woman after my own heart or what?

Uses for Cream Cheese

Cream cheese is a type of fresh, un-aged cheese that comes from the milk of a cow. This particular cheese was created in the United States in the late 1800’s and is widely popular today, adding texture, delicious taste and richness to all kinds of recipes. There are all kinds of ways to use this delicious cheese; following are some of the most well known.

Bread Spread
Without a doubt, cream cheese is known for being one of the greatest spreads to put on a bagel, toast, roll, crackers ,and more. Cream cheese is the perfect texture and is often nice and thick, making any bread extremely delicious.

Cheesecake
If you love cheesecake, it is probably due to the main ingredient; cream cheese. Cream cheese is known for being very thick and rich and adds a wonderful taste to this favorite cake.

Cream Cheese Dips
If you are looking to create a crowd pleasing holiday appetizer or party dip, don’t forget the cream cheese. Cream cheese is very appealing and goes very well with crackers, vegetables, and just about anything else you can think of. It can be added with other ingredients to make a quick fruit dip. Cream cheese also makes a wonderful topping for veggie pizzas.

Cheeseballs
A staple for many get togethers when are parents were young, the cheeseball is actually time less. It is a great choice for any occasion. And it is so simple to make. Simply take softened cream cheese and add in a cheese of your choice such as cheddar or American, form into a log, then roll in finely crushed cracker crumbs. Chill for a few hours and serve with chips or veggies.

Cream Cheese Icing
Cream Cheese is a great idea for frosting, instead of going with sweet, choose the luxurious flavor and feel of cream cheese.

Pastries
Cream cheese is a preferred filling in several pastries such as strudels and is used in a variety of pastry crusts.

Hot Cheese Melts
Cream cheese is also a wonderful addition to crab melts and other hot cheese mixtures. You can add it to many tasty ingredients such as salsa, cheese, chili, etc.

If you like the flavor of cream cheese, but strive to lower your fat calories, you should know that there are many decreased fat cream cheeses available and even a some non- fat cream cheese at your grocery store. Additionally, if you enjoy the taste of cream cheese, you may want to try the French version of cream cheese- Neufchatel. This cheese is very similar to cream cheese, except that it has ripened and is usually not as thick due to no emulsifiers added.

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