Basic Cheese Spread: Simple recipe using ricotta and cream cheese. Can be made into a savory spread by adding finely chopped green bell pepper, minced cucumber, minced green onion, parsley, paprika, grated lemon peel, and salt and pepper to taste.
Brandied Cheddar Spread: Cheddar cheese mixed with brandy or bourbon.
Cheesy Vegetable Spread: Farmer cheese mixed with yogurt, apple, carrot, pecans, and currants.
Coconut-Cranberry Cheese Spread: Made with cream cheese, whole-berry cranberry sauce, and flaked coconut.
Goat Cheese Spread: Goat cheese mixed with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
Pimento Cheese Spread: A spicy spread that includes cloves, cayenne powder and sharp cheddar cheese.
Ricotta Cheese Spread: Made with Ricotta cheese, orange juice, raisins, and nuts. May use fresh raspberries or cherries for variation.