kentucky benedictine spread or dip

29 Pinches
Louisville, KY
Updated on May 5, 2016

This recipe was created by Jennie Carter Benedict, a cookbook author, caterer, and restaurateur. She operated a Louisville restaurant and tea room, Benedict's, in the early 20th century. I located this recipe on About.com presented by Diana Rattray, Southern Food Expert. It is also manufactured & can be found in a variety of Louisville grocery stores. Not sure, if available statewide. Often looked for at Derby time. This is one of my favorite spreads/dips!

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prep time 10 Min
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method Refrigerate/Freeze
yield Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 large cucumber
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons grated sweet or yellow onion
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 dash green food coloring (optional)

How To Make kentucky benedictine spread or dip

  • Step 1
    Peel cucumber and scrape out seeds. Grate cucumber coarsely. Put grated cucumber in the bowl of a food processor with remaining food ingredients. Pulse, until smooth. Then, add a drop or two of green food coloring, to reach desired shade of green. Alternatively, mix the ingredients with an electric mixer.
  • Step 2
    Spread on sandwich bread, or use it for canapes. Thin with sour cream, if too thick, to make a dip for vegetables or crackers. Makes about 2 cups.

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