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Mexican Cheese Log

YIELDS
24 servings
SERVING SIZE
1 tablespoon
CHILL TIME
2 Hr

With the right combination of creamy and spicy, our Mexican Cheese Log can really help to get the party started!

What You'll Need

  • 1 cup shredded reduced fat Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped canned green chiles
  • 1 scallion, sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 to 3 drops hot pepper sauce
  • 1/4 cup finely crushed baked tortilla chips
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin

What to Do

  1. In a blender or food processor, blend Cheddar and ricotta cheeses until just combined. Spoon mixture into a medium bowl; stir in chiles, scallion, garlic, and hot pepper seasoning.
  2. Shape cheese mixture into a 6-inch log; wrap in wax paper or plastic wrap and chill at least 2 hours.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine tortilla chips, chili powder, and cumin. Roll cheese log in mixture and place on serving platter. Serve or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Notes

Serve with reduced fat crackers or cut-up veggies.

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