Gobble Gobble! I saw something like this on Pinterest and decided to try it out for myself, I think it needs work but can be perfected by Thanksgiving.
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Blueberry and Basil Salsa
Blueberry and Basil Salsa
I love the combination of blueberries and basil, so when I was asked to make salsa for a wine and cheese party, I decided to add a little twist. This salsa is great with goat cheese, brie, blue cheese or even cream cheese, serve over top the cheese on a cracker or bread. This would also be great on chicken or fish.
Blueberry and Basil Salsa
1 cup fresh blueberries
1/4 c red onion
5 large fresh basil leaves
1 tsp honey
1 tsp lime juice
1/2 tsp salt
Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor and puree until salsa consistency.
A Perfect Pair; Cheese and Sangria Wine Jelly
What goes better with cheese than wine? I love little cheese plates for snacks and parties. I always like to serve them with fruit spreads to add a little sweetness and contrast. Apricot jam, Pear preserves etc.. but then I heard of wine jelly and thought, yum! I decided to incorporate some fruit and other flavors into mine, much like you would for a sangria. I am not a jelly/jam maker. I don’t have jars and tongs and all that jazz so I made a simple batch and just refrigerated it. Do plan ahead because even though this is easy to make it can take 1-3 days to get to a jelly like consistency.It will loosen at room temp, but re-jells when refrigerated. Serve as a side on a cheese plate, over cream cheese with crackers, or on top of grilled chicken or pork.
Sangria Wine Jelly
2 1/2 c of wine ( I used a Cabernet)
Juice from 1 Orange
Juice from 1 Lime
Juice from 1 Lemon
1/2 t cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of zest from above citrus fruits
1 pkg dry pectin
2 1/2 c sugar
Add all ingredients to a medium sized sauce pan, bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Cool and add to an air tight container. Refrigerate until set 1-3 days.
Served over Cream Cheese
