An excellent source of protein
Cheesy Log
2 packages (500 g) light cream cheese, softened ¼ cup (50 mL) chopped green onions with tops ¼ cup (50 mL) bottled chutney* ½ tsp (2 mL) curry powder (or to taste) ¼ tsp (1 ml) cayenne pepper 6 hard-cooked eggs, chopped 1 cup (4 oz/250 mL) shredded Cheddar cheese ½ cup (125 mL) chopped pecans Snipped parsley, optional
In a medium bowl, beat together cream cheese, onions, chutney and seasonings until well blended. Stir in eggs, cheese and pecans until well combined. Cover and chill to blend flavours. Form into two logs or one large cheese ball. If desired, roll in parsley or place parsley on top for presentation. Serve with whole-grain crackers.
Makes 33 servings. 1 serving = 1 tbsp (15 mL)
*Tip: Hot mango chutney works well with this recipe.
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