- 2/3 cup crumbled Stilton (from a 6- to 7-oz wedge, rind discarded)
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons white-wine vinegar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives
- Coarsely mash Stilton with a fork in a bowl. Stir in sour cream, water, vinegar, and pepper until combined well, then stir in chives. Season with salt if desired.