Ok, here’s the deal! If you like wimpy spreads with hardly any flavor or personality – do not try this recipe! In fact, I absolutely forbid you to try this recipe! However, if you like a spread that screams sophistication, European tradition (check out the name again), and good breeding, not to mention tastes like nothing you have ever had before (and I mean that in a good way), then work up your courage (don’t let the anchovy paste and caraway scare you) and make this for your next get-together. It is absolutely addicting.  And I know, some of you may be saying to yourself “I had Viennese Liptauer in Vienna and it was just ho-hum.” And you would be right if you ordered it in the same restaurants we did. But I promise you that once you have tasted this version your memories of ho-hum will disappear forever.

Note: Liptauer is also found throughout Hungary.

• 1 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, room temperature
• ½ c. unsalted butter, room temperature
• 3 T. sour cream
• 2-3 tsp. anchovy paste
• 1 tsp. capers, drained and finely minced
• 1 T. grated or finely chopped onion
• 1 T. Dijon mustard
• 1 ½ tsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. caraway seeds
• 1/4 tsp. kosher salt

Thoroughly blend all ingredients together. Refrigerate at least an hour before serving. Serve at room temperature with Finn Crisp, a thin rye crisp bread with caraway. Finn Crisp comes in a small, mostly red package and can be found at most grocery stores.