Potted Stilton with Herbs Recipe

This snack is a great time saver, as the potted Stilton can be made the day before.

 

Ingredients

  • blue Stilton - 225g

  • cream cheese - 120g

  • fresh parsley - 1 tbsp, chopped

  • fresh chives - 2 tbsp, snipped

  • port wine - 1 tbsp

  • walnuts - 50g, chopped

  • ground black pepper and salt

  • white bread - 12 thin slices

Method

  • Place the Stilton, port and cream cheese into a blender and process until smooth.

  • Stir in  the remaining ingredients and season with pepper and salt.

  • Spoon into individual ramekin dishes and level the tops.

  • Cover with clear film and chill until firm.

  • Before serving, sprinkle with snipped fresh chives.

  • Preheat the oven to 180˚C, toast the bread on both sides.

  • While the toast is still hot, cut off the crust and cut each slice horizontally in two. Place the bread in a single layer on baking trays and bake 12 minutes until golden brown and crisp. Repeat the same steps with the remaining slices.

  • Serve warm together with the potted Stilton. Serves 8.

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