If you’re like me and won’t be seeing your mom this Mother’s Day, it doesn’t need to be difficult to let her know you are thinking of her and that you appreciate all that she has done for you. Make her feel especially loved and acknowledged on her special day!
And while you may not be able to visit right now in-person, all mothers are sure to appreciate a call or video chat on Mother’s Day.
So, if you both enjoy cocktails, set up a video chat and enjoy a virtual visit across the screens (see our last blog for a delicious drink!). Make the occasion extra special with this fresh appetizer recipe below.
No matter how you choose to connect with Mom this Mother’s Day, she will appreciate the reminder that you love her!
Obatzda with Pears and Croutons
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients for the Croutons:
- 2 Slices of White bread
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 2 tbsp. oil
Ingredients for the Obatzda (spicy cheese mix):
- ½ Ripe firm pear
- 5 Green onions
- 9 oz. (250 g) Ripe Camembert (at room temperature)
- 9 oz. (250 g) Cream Cheese
- 3-4 tbsp. cream
- 2 tbsp. Williams Pear Brandy
- Salt
- Cayenne Pepper
- Ground caraway seeds
- Brown butter
Instructions:
1. For the croutons: Remove the crust from the white bread and cut bread slices with a sharp knife once more lengthwise. Cut the bread slices into 0.2 inch (5mm) thin strips and then into the smallest possible cubes. Heat butter and oil in a skillet and brown the bread cubes over medium heat until light brown. Drain on paper towel.
2. For the Obatzda: Peel pear, core and dice finely. Clean, wash and cut the green onions into thin slices.
3. Cut the Camembert into small pieces and stir in a bowel with cream cheese, cream and Williams Pear Brandy until creamy. Fold in pear cubes and green onions. Season the Obatzda with salt, a pinch of cayenne pepper and caraway seeds, and some brown butter.
4. To serve, fill a bowl with the Obatzda and spread croutons on top. According to taste, serve with radishes, bread, pretzels or whole grain rolls.
Pro tip: It is easier to cut the bread into small pieces if the bread slices are somewhat frozen.
