Description
A savory cheese log with cranberries and pecans.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries, chopped
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese.
- Add cranberries, pecans, garlic powder, onion powder, and parsley.
- Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into a log.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Unwrap and serve with crackers.
Notes
- Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
- Chill overnight for better flavor.
- Try adding different nuts for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cranberry Pecan Cheese Log, cheese log, appetizer, vegetarian cheese spread