Is there a particular cocktail to which you gravitate? For me it is the dirty martini. There is just something about that combination of gin, vermouth, and olive juice that strikes me as perfection. The other day as I was enjoying a sip I started thinking about how this combination would be wonderful in a cheese spread. After a bit of experimentation, I came up with this. I passed samples around at Thanksgiving, and everybody thought it was wonderful. What a welcome addition this would be to a holiday drinks party, or, sit back with your favorite movie and enjoy it on your own. Either way, it is a must try!
Dirty Martini Spread
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
¼ t. minced garlic
¼ c. blue cheese crumbles
½ c. chopped green olives
1 T. chopped scallions
1 T. gin
1 T. olive juice
Place ingredients into a medium mixing bowl, and beat until smooth and creamy.
Keep in the refrigerator, covered, for 7 to 10 days.
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That is exactly my favorite drink! Gin, please, no vodka. And this dip sounds like I will be making it for my Christmas Eve spread...
ReplyDeleteI have never had a dip like this..how creative, fancy and delicious.
ReplyDeleteWhat a delicious dip! Looks great. Presentation is really perfect. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteThis looks delicious! You had me at olives!
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Oh boy, blue cheese AND green olives, plus gin - yum! Love the presentation.
ReplyDeleteLooks fabulous! A definite must try. And where in the world did you get that spectacular martini glass??? Do tell!
ReplyDeleteP.R. I’m glad that you like the glass. I have a set of four of these, and am thrilled to have them. This was from Pier 1.
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