Categories: Spreads 
      Yield: 1 servings 
  
    1/4 c  Prepared horseradish              1/2 c  Butter 
  
  Blend together and use as a spread for canapes. Garnish as desired. The 
  Int'l Horseradish Festival is held in Collinsville, IL (about 10 miles east 
  of St. Louis, MO) every May. Sixy percent of the worlds horseradish is 
  grown there. It's pretty easy to grow. Why is it Hot? Highly volatile oils 
  are released by enzyme activity when the root cells are crushed. To grind: 
  Wash & peel dice in small cubes. Process in a blender with enough cold 
  water to just cover.  Add 2-3 T. white vinegar ane 1/2 t. salt. Process no 
  more than half a blender jar. The time you add the vinegar is critical as 
  this determines how hot it will be. If you like it hot wait up to 3 minutes 
  to add the vinegar as this stops the emzymatic action.