Benedictine Spread or Dip

Benedictine is a delicious Cucumber and cream cheese dip that is local to Louisville Kentucky. It can be used as a dip for veggies or crackers or spread between bread for a delicious sandwich.

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings Servings

Author Sabra - This Mom's Menu

Ingredients

1 English Cucumber
8 oz Cream Cheese softened
2 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
Dash Cayenne Pepper or to taste

Instructions

Grate the cucumber then place the grated pieces in the center of a clean kitchen towel or a few layers of cheesecloth.
Squeeze the cucumber wrapped in the towel to remove the excess liquid.
Add the cucumber, along with the remaining ingredients to the base of a blender or food processor.
Pulse until it is smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender or food processor as needed.
Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

For a thicker consistency, squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the cucumber. For a thinner consistency, squeeze out less.

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