Cranberry Jalapeno Cheese Spread

By Hklbrries

"This easy spread is based on several different spreads I've tasted before. I love the sweet and spicy flavors!"

Diane Nemitz, Ludington, MI

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 4 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon grated orange peel
• 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
• 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
• Assorted crackers

Details

Servings 2
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat; cool completely.

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in cranberry mixture until blended. Serve with crackers.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutrition Information:
2 tablespoons (calculated without crackers)
88 calories
3 g fat (2 g saturated fat)
10 mg cholesterol
63 mg sodium,
14 g carbohydrates
Trace fiber
2 g protein

Diabetic Exchanges:
1 starch
1/2 fat