Homemade Boursin Cheese (Vegan)

By making a vegan version of this recipe, those preferring a plant-based diet will be able to enjoy this flavorful cheese too!

Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2 cloves garlic
• 8 ounces non-dairy buttery spread, softened (I use Earth Balance Original)
• 2 (8 ounce) containers non-dairy cream cheese alternative, softened (I use Tofutti's Better Than Cream Cheese)
• 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh chives
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor, then blend or process until smooth.
2. Spoon mixture into a small serving bowl and chill overnight.
3. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

Recipe by LuAnn Bermeo, author of Amazing Meals I and II, a two-volume collection of family-approved, plant-based recipes; loosely adapted from recipezaar.com (recipe submitted by Elly in Canada).