| 3-4″ wedge | high-quality blue cheese (Gorgonzola, St Ermite, Stilton, Cambozola) |
| ½ c | walnuts, lightly toasted and chopped |
| 1-2 T | mayonnaise |
| squeeze | lemon juice |
| sea salt and fresh-cracked pepper |
Let the cheese come to room temperature then mash in bowl. Fold in walnuts, mayonnaise and a squeeze of lemon juice to taste. Make it as smooth or chunky as you like. Check for seasoning, adding more lemon juice if desired. Transfer mixture to a small bowl. Serve with crostini or apple and pear slices.
Makes about 1 cup.