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Blue Cheese Pistachio Torta

Blue Cheese Pistachio Torta

Prep Time: 30 Minutes

Yield: 8

This Blue Cheese Pistachio Torta is from Handley Cellars.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb crumbled blue cheese, divided

  • ½ lb unsalted butter, room temperature

  • ½ lb cream cheese, room temperature

  • 3 Tbsp Marsala or dry sherry

  • ¼ cup minced parsley

  • ½ cup minced green onion

  • 4 oz chopped pistachio meats

Preparation

    1. Reserve half of the crumbled blue cheese. 

    2. Using a paddle, combine the other half with the butter, cream cheese, and Marsala in a mixer (a food processor will work) until well combined.

    3. Add parsley and green onion, mix until evenly combined.

    4. Layer in a 4- or 5-cup bowl. Spread one-third of the cheese mixture, then one-third of the reserved crumbled blue cheese, then one-third of the pistachios. Repeat 2 more times.

    5. Chill until firm.

    6. To unmold, place dish in warm water for just a few seconds. Turn upside down on a serving plate, and tap gently. Smooth the rounded surface.

    7. Serve with crackers or toasted baguette slices. Pair with a sweeter white wine, such as a Riesling, or a bold red such as a Cabernet, Zinfandel or Sangiovese.

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