Blue Cheese and Spiced Walnut Terrine Recipe

Name: Blue Cheese and Spiced Walnut Terrine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup walnuts; 3 tablespoons sugar; 16 ounces blue cheese, crumbled; 2 1/2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet); 2 1/2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons brandy; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon chopped chives; Red leaf lettuce

Servings: persons

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup walnuts
3 tablespoons sugar
16 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
2 1/2 ounces soft fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
2 1/2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons brandy
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped chives
Red leaf lettuce

1
Mix salt, cumin, cardamom and pepper in medium bowl.
2
Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat.
3
Add walnuts and saute until light brown, about 5 minutes.
4
Sprinkle sugar over nuts and saute until sugar melts and turns pale amber, about 4 minutes.
5
Transfer nut mixture to bowl with spices; toss to coat well.
6
Let cool.
7
Coarsely chop nuts.
8
Lightly oil 8 1/2 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan.
9
Line pan with plastic wrap so that plastic extends over edges.
10
Combine 12 ounces blue cheese, goat cheese, cream cheese and butter in processor and blend until smooth.
11
Transfer mixture to large bowl.
12
Stir in green onions and brandy.
13
Mix parsley and chives in small bowl.
14
Spoon 1/3 of cheese mixture into bottom of lined pan, spreading evenly.
15
Sprinkle 1/3 of remaining crumbled blue cheese evenly over cheese mixture.
16
Sprinkle 1/3 of nuts over blue cheese.
17
Sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of herb mixture.
18
Repeat layering.
19
Spread remaining cheese mixture evenly over top.
20
Fold plastic over cheese to cover.
21
Refrigerate overnight.
22
Cover remaining blue cheese and herbs separately and refrigerate.
23
Store remaining nuts at room temperature.
24
Line platter with lettuce leaves.
25
Unfold plastic from cheese.
26
Carefully invert mold onto platter; remove pan and plastic.
27
Sprinkle terrine with remaining blue cheese, nuts and herbs.

975

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Blue Cheese and Spiced Walnut Terrine falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Blue Cheese and Spiced Walnut Terrine

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