Cream Cheese Logs
Ingredients
1 container (8 ounces) reduced-fat, soft style cream cheese at room temperature
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 teaspoon drained prepared horseradish
1/2 cup shredded Swiss cheese (2 ounces)
2 ounces dried beef (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon drained canned pimientos (chopped)
1/2 cup finely chopped chives or green onion tops
Nutritional Information
1 Serving:
Calories 72
Saturated Fat 3g
Total Fat 6g
Protein 4g
Carbohydrate 2g
Fiber 0g
Sodium 239 mg
Cholesterol 18mg
Introduction:
Dried beef has been used in American kitchens since pioneer days. Only in the past few decades was it used for appetizers like this intriguing combination of cream cheese, horseradish, and chives.
Makes 14 servings.
Preparation time: 20 minutes.
Chilling time: 2 hours.
Step 1:
In a small bowl, with an electric mixer on high, beat the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and horseradish until creamy. Stir in Swiss cheese, dried beef, and pimientos. Shape the mixture into an 8-inch log. Wrap log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (will keep for 2 days).
Step 2:
Spread the chives on wax paper. Unwrap the log and carefully roll it in the chives, coating it completely. Rewrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until time to serve. Serve the cheese log with melba toast slices.
Toasting Nuts:
For a rich, toasty flavor, bake nuts in a 350° oven for 5 to 10 minutes or until they are golden, stirring occasionally.