Spicy Monterey Jack Cheese Logs Recipes

PECAN CHEESE LOGS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the shredded cheeses, mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder and Worcestershire sauce. Shape mixture into two logs, about 6 in. long. Roll in pecans, pressing down gently., Wrap each in plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.

SPICY MONTEREY JACK CHEESE LOGS

Steps:

• Combine first 3 ingredients in a large bowl, blend well. Stir in shredded cheeses. Divide cheese mixture in half, and shape each portion into an 8-inch log.
• Combine pecans and chopped parsley, roll logs in nut mixture. Cover and chill 8 hours (I wrapped in wax paper). Let stand 1 hour before serving.
• Serve with a variety of crackers. Garnish if desired.

CHEESE LOG

Steps:

• 1. Shred Colby-jack cheese.
• 2. Add cream cheese and seasonings to a bowl.
• 3. Mix cream cheese by hand.
• 4. Add Colby-jack cheese and, by hand, mix well.
• 5. Form into a log. Wrap cheese in Saran Wrap and place in refrigerator.
• 6. Refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving. *The flavors intensify overnight~~got a little KICK to it!

EASY CHEESY LOADED GRITS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 325°. In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat for 6-8 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain., In a large saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Slowly stir in grits. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, covered, about 5 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat., Add green chiles, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, butter and pepper sauce; stir until cheese is melted. Stir in eggs, then sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining cheeses; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown and set, 50-60 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

SPICY MONTEREY JACK CHEESE LOGS

Steps:

• Stir together first 5 ingredients in a large bowl until blended. Divide cheese mixture into 2 equal portions; shape each portion into an 8-inch log.
• Combine walnuts and parsley. Roll cheese logs evenly in walnut mixture; cover and chill 8 hours.
• To make ahead, wrap each log in heavy-duty plastic wrap, and freeze. Thaw in refrigerator overnight.
• Port Wine Cheese Logs: Substitute 1 (8-ounce) wedge or block Cheddar cheese with port wine for Monterey Jack cheese with peppers. Proceed with recipe as directed. Port wine Cheddar cheese can be found in the deli section of your grocery store.