Four-Layer Cheese Loaf

Name: Four-Layer Cheese Loaf
Ingredients: 1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained; 2 (8-ounce) blocks sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened and divided; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup chutney; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; Garnish: toasted chopped pecans

10 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
2 (8-ounce) blocks sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened and divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup chutney
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Garnish: toasted chopped pecans

Directions

1

Line a 9- x 5-inch loafpan with heavy-duty plastic wrap.
2

Press spinach between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture; set aside.
3

Stir together Cheddar cheese, pecans, and mayonnaise; spread half of mixture evenly into prepared pan. Stir together spinach, 1 package cream cheese, salt, and pepper; spread evenly over Cheddar cheese layer. Stir together remaining package cream cheese, chutney, and nutmeg; spread evenly over spinach layer. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese mixture. Cover and freeze up to 1 month. Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Garnish, if desired, and serve with assorted crackers.
4

Prep: 15 min., Thaw: 8 hrs.