Pineapple-Pecan Cheese Spread |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 24 |
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Cynde Sonnierâs smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chilies and crunchy pecans. Itâs always a hit in Mont Belvieu, Texasâ¦and a sure-fire way to get the kids to eat more veggies. Ingredients:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese |
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided |
3/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained |
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained |
2 tablespoons chopped roasted sweet red pepper |
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder |
assorted fresh vegetables |
Directions:
1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup pecans, pineapple, chilies, red pepper and garlic powder; beat until combined. Transfer to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate until serving.
2. Sprinkle with remaining pecans just before serving. Serve with vegetables. Yield: 3-3/4 cups.
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