How to make Obazda - Bavarian Cream Cheese - German Recipes - klaskitchen.com - simple recipes

Camembert cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: brie

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while brie is often more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine can be more budget-friendly.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Greek yogurt is lower in fat, while ricotta is often less expensive.

onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: shallots

Green onion provides a milder flavor, while shallots can be less costly.

Cut the onion and pan-fry it in oil until glossy, not dark brown.

Let the fried onions cool down.

Chop chives into small rings for garnish.

Mash the Camembert cheese at room temperature until creamy but still has some structure.

Add curd to the mashed Camembert for a lighter version.

Smash caraway seeds to release flavor and add to the mixture.

Season with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Mix in the cooled fried onions and combine well.

Garnish with chopped chives before serving.

Serve with dark sourdough bread and beer.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Dietary

Allergens