Spreads and Butters

2 cups whole hazelnuts, toasted* (about 9 ounces) 3/4 teaspoon confectioners' sugar, or to taste 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste (optional) 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (for blender…

1/2 cup unsalted butter, salted To softened butter add 1 of these ingredients: 1/4 teaspoon dill weed or 3/4 teaspoon fresh dill 1 tablespoon finely chopped chives 1 tablespoon finely…

8 ounces cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons apricot, pineapple or peach preserves 1/3 cup flaked coconut Combine cream cheese and preserves, mixing until well blended. Add coconut; mix well. Chill.…

1/2 cup butter, softened 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt Combine all ingredients. Serve with warm bread.

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter (at room temperature) 1/4 cup aromatic petals, such as rose, violet, pinks, herb flowers and other safe−to−eat seasonal flowers 1/4 cup or to taste,…