Cervelle de Canut (Silkworker’s Brain (Herbed Cheese Spread))
Cervelle de Canut is a fresh cheese spread from Lyon, seasoned with herbs, shallots, and vinegar. A light and flavorful appetizer perfect for spreading on bread or crackers.
Nutrition
Calories: 120cal
Carbohydrate: 3g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 9g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 100mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
0 Cook
10 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) fresh cheese (such as fromage blanc or ricotta)
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh cheese, shallot, chives, parsley, white wine vinegar, and olive oil. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the cheese spread with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- Tip: For a richer flavor, let the spread sit in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving.