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Homemade spreads are among the most versatile dishes of Czech cuisine. They are simple to prepare, affordable and can be adapted to almost any taste. They are suitable as a quick dinner, hospitality for guests, the base for open sandwiches and as a rescue when you need something good in a hurry.
A major advantage of homemade spreads is that you know exactly what they contain. No unnecessary additives, just honest ingredients you usually have at home. It only takes a few minutes, a bowl and a fork – and you’re done.
Why make spreads at home
- they are fresh and free of preservatives
- you can adjust the taste exactly to your liking
- preparation takes only a few minutes
- they are suitable for breakfast, dinner and for entertaining
1. Garlic spread with cheese
The garlic spread is an absolute classic. It has a strong flavor and is great on fresh bread, toasts and canapés.
Ingredients
- 200 g hard cheese
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- salt and ground pepper
Instructions
Grate the cheese finely. Peel the garlic and press it or grate it finely. In a bowl, mix the cheese with the garlic and gradually add the mayonnaise until you reach the desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper, mix everything thoroughly and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 25–30 minutes.
2. Quark spread
The quark spread is a lighter, fresh option that is suitable for breakfast or as a quick dinner.
Ingredients
- 250 g quark
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 small onion
- salt and pepper
Instructions
Put the quark into a bowl and whisk it lightly until smooth. Add the sour cream, or alternatively plain yogurt. Chop the onion into very fine dice and stir into the quark. Salt, lightly pepper and let cool briefly in the refrigerator.
3. Egg spread
The egg spread is a timeless classic that must not be missing from open sandwiches or family celebrations.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon mustard
- spring onion or chives
- salt and pepper
Instructions
Boil the eggs hard, chill them quickly in cold water and peel. Chop them finely or grate them. Add the mayonnaise, mustard and chopped spring onion or chives. Season with salt and pepper, mix everything thoroughly and let cool briefly.
4. Blue cheese spread
The blue cheese spread has a strong flavor and will please all lovers of aromatic cheeses.
Ingredients
- 100 g blue cheese
- 100 g quark
- 1 tablespoon butter
- freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Leave the blue cheese at room temperature for a while and mash it with a fork. Add the quark and softened butter, or use Lučina instead of the quark. Mix everything until smooth. Pepper to taste; salt is usually not needed. Let rest for at least 15 minutes.
Summary
Homemade spreads are quick, tasty and very versatile. These four recipes are proven classics that are suitable both for ordinary days and for festive occasions. A few ingredients are enough and within minutes you have ready refreshments that will please everyone.
