Creamy Whiskey Gouda Cheese

This creamy cheese has Dutch Gouda base with a nod to St. Patty’s Day with the addition of Irish whisky.

time: 10 minutes 

1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, at room temperature

1/3 cup lightly packed Italian parsley leaves

1/4 cup Irish whiskey

2 teaspoons spicy brown mustard

6 oz. Beemster Smoked Gouda Cheese, shredded or cut into small cubes

2 oz. Beemster Truffle Gouda Cheese, shredded or cut into small cubes

2 large green onions, sliced

Coarse grind pepper

Place cream cheese in a food processor and process until light and fluffy. Add parsley, whisky, mustard and cheeses; puree until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed. Add green onions and pepper and process until onions are chopped. Place in a container with a tight fitting lid and store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. May be prepared 1 week ahead.