Potted Cheshire Cheese

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 13

Delicious Potted Cheshire Cheese recipe for your snack time or tea time

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	225 g grated cheshire cheese
	50 g softened butter
	1 dash ground mace or 1 dash allspice
	2 tablespoons sweet sherry or 2 tablespoons madeira wine
	melted butter , for sealing

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

40g

Potted Cheshire Cheese is a traditional British recipe that dates back to the 17th century. It was originally served as a luxury item and was popular among the wealthy. Today, it is a popular snack or tea time food that can be enjoyed by anyone. The cheese is made with grated cheshire cheese, softened butter, ground mace or allspice, and sweet sherry or madeira wine. It is then topped with melted butter and sealed in individual pots. The cheese can be enjoyed on crackers or bread, or as a topping on a salad. Its rich flavor and creamy texture make it a favorite among cheese lovers.

Instructions

1.	Mix the grated cheshire cheese and softened butter in a bowl until well combined.
2.	Add the ground mace or allspice to the bowl and stir well.
3.	Add the sweet sherry or madeira wine to the bowl and mix until everything is combined.
4.	Spoon the cheese mixture into individual pots until they are half full.
5.	Top the cheese with melted butter until the pots are sealed completely.
6.	Allow the cheese to cool down to room temperature before serving.

PROS

This recipe is very easy and quick to make, perfect for a snack time or tea time.

The cheese can be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making it a great recipe for meal prep.

The sweet sherry or madeira wine adds a unique flavor to the cheese, making it stand out from other cheese recipes.

CONS

This recipe is high in calories and fat due to the cheese and butter used in the recipe.

It may not be suitable for individuals who are lactose intolerant or have certain food allergies.

The cheese may become hard when stored in the fridge, so it is recommended to bring it to room temperature before serving.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cheese is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D, all of which are important for maintaining bone health and overall health.
However, cheese is also high in saturated fat and sodium, so it should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.