Christmas Cheese Spread Recipes

CHRISTMAS CANDLE CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, onions, Worcestershire and hot pepper sauce until blended. Form 1/2 cup cheese mixture into a 4-in. circle. Coat with parsley., Form the remaining cheese mixture into a cylinder; roll in sesame seeds. Place on top of circle. Cut a piece of red pepper to resemble a flame; insert into the top of the candle. Cut one ring from the green pepper; cut in half. Position one half on the side for handle. (Save remaining peppers for another use.) Refrigerate until serving.

CHRISTMAS CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Let all the cheeses come to room temperature (so they will blend easier).
• Place in a blender or food processor and blend until well combined--you shouldn't see any white (of the cream cheese) or yellow (of the cheddar).
• Serve with club crackers. Store in refrigerator.

CHRISTMAS CRANBERRY CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• In a small mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, honey and cinnamon until smooth.
• Spread on a serving dish or plate.
• In a bowl, stir cranberry sauce until it reaches spreading consistancy; spread over cream cheese mixture.
• Sprinkle with almonds.
• Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
• Serve with crackers.

CHRISTMAS CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Shape into two balls; roll in pecans. Cover and chill. Remove from the refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. Serve with crackers.