Red Onion and Blue Cheese Spread

Submitted by Acerast

"You won't be able to kiss anyone after indulging in this spread. It is soooo good that all thoughts of love will vanish and you may even become anti-social as you fight off all competition for the last bite. Specifically for those who love strong flavors. From Jan Roberts-Dominguez's The Onion Book (an Oregon author). I make mine with a bit less oil."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 2 1/2 cups

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1⁄2 cup red onion, chopped
• 1⁄2 cup walnuts, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup kalamata olive, pitted and coarsely chopped
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄2 cup blue cheese, crumbled
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/4 inch thick rounds, lightly toasted
• 1 bunch grapes

directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. Spread the walnuts in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast until lightly brown - about 4 minutes.
3. In a small saucepan over medium heat, gently warm the olive oil with the onion, walnuts, olives and garlic.
4. DO NOT bring oil to a boil.
5. Remove from the heat and cool for a moment.
6. Place the blue cheese in an attractive serving bowl (2 1/2 - 3 cups capacity).
7. Pour the warm oil mixture over the cheese and stir gently.
8. Add pepper to taste, then let the mixture cool to room temperature.
9. Serve with toasted baguette rounds grapes.

Reviews

[jenandray]

This was absolutely delicious. We served family and friends and the plate was clear in minutes!