- 10 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, diced, room temperature
- 1/3 cup ruby Port
- 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup finely chopped green onions
- Assorted crackers
- Combine cheese, Port, butter, mustard and pepper in processor. Blend until mixture is smooth, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally. Add onions; using on/off turns, process until just blended. Transfer spread to small bowl or crock. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring spread to room temperature before serving.)
- Place bowl of spread on platter. Surround with crackers and serve.