Dried Beef and Onion Spread/Dip (very easy to double) contributed by SES
One block of cream cheese (8 oz, I think)
Two or three green onions(scallions) sliced fine, both the white and green parts
About one Tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce
About one teaspoon seasoned salt
About one teaspoon garlic powder
About one teaspoon onion powder
One small jar of dried beef, diced small (about the size of the scallions)
Combine everything BUT the onions and dried beef, I use the food processor for this part. Stir the beef bits and onion pieces in by hand. It makes a better contrast than using the processor. At this point shape into a cheese ball or whatever shape you want. If you want to roll it in chopped parsley or nuts or whatever at this point go ahead. Chill until you want to serve with veggies or crackers (I love it with dark rye crackers or toast points)
VARIATION
If you want to use it as a dip rather than a spread thin it with sour cream to the consistency you want.
If you are going for taste over presentation blend it all in the food processor.
It makes a great sandwich spread Hmmm maybe cocktail rye bread sandwiches--or pipe a bit on the bread/cracker with a pastry bag.
