Fruited Cheese Log

Name: Fruited Cheese Log
Ingredients: 1 c. chopped whole natural almonds; 1/3 c. chopped dates; 1/3 c. golden raisins, chopped; 1/3 c. dried apricots, chopped; 1/3 c. dry sherry; 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened; 2 c. shredded Muenster cheese; 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt; 1/4 c. chopped parsley; assorted crackers

11 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

1 c. chopped whole natural almonds
1/3 c. chopped dates
1/3 c. golden raisins, chopped
1/3 c. dried apricots, chopped
1/3 c. dry sherry
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2 c. shredded Muenster cheese
1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/4 c. chopped parsley
assorted crackers

Directions

1

Spread almonds in shallow pan.
2

Toast at 350° for 15 minutes or until lightly browned; cool.
3

Combine dates, raisins, apricots and sherry, tossing well to combine; set aside.
4

Blend cream cheese, Muenster cheese, mustard and salt; mix well.
5

Stir in 1/2 cup almonds and sherry-fruit mixture.
6

Turn out onto foil.
7

Shape into a log; cover and chill until firm.
8

Roll in remaining almonds and parsley before serving.
9

Serve with assorted crackers.
10

Makes 1 (8-inch) log.