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Fruited Cheese Log
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 0 Minutes
Servings: 1
this recipe needs to chill at least 4 hours and then stand for about an hour to come to a spreadable texture..I didn't feel this recipe had enough cream cheese in it so I added more when I made mine..this is the orginal recipe. Read more .... from Better Homes and Gardens
Ingredients:
1/2 cup snipped dried apricots
8 ounces shredded monterey jack cheese (2 cups)
1/2 of an 8-ounce package cream cheese
2 tablespoons orange juice
1/3 cup golden raisins, chopped
1/4 cup pitted whole dates, snipped
1/4 teaspoon salt
chopped toasted almonds (optional)
assorted crackers and/or apple slices
Directions:
1. 1. In a small bowl soak apricots in 1 cup hot water for 1 hour or until softened. Drain well; set aside. Meanwhile, place Monterey Jack cheese and cream cheese in a medium bowl and bring to room temperature, about 30 minutes.
2. 2. Add orange juice to cream cheese mixture. Beat mixture with an electric mixer until thoroughly combined. Stir in raisins, dates, apricots, and salt. Divide mixture in half. On a large piece of waxed paper shape one portion of the mixture into a log about 5 inches long. Repeat with remaining portion. Cover and chill for 4 to 24 hours. Roll in nuts before serving, if desired. Serve with assorted crackers and/or apple slices. Makes 32 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com