Monster Mash Spread
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This tasty cheese spread offers a great blend of flavors for any time of the year. If desired, omit prepared cake pan and serve cheese mixture in small bowl.
INGREDIENTS
| 1 | package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened |
| 2 | cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeño peppers |
| 1/2 | cup chopped green bell pepper |
| 1/4 | cup finely chopped green onions |
| Green Onion Curls (recipe follows, optional) | |
| Assorted crackers | |
PREPARATION:
- Line 8- or 9-inch round cake pan with foil. Spray with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
- Combine cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, bell pepper and chopped green onions in medium bowl; mix well. Spoon into prepared pan; press mixture evenly into pan. Cover; refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or overnight.
- When ready to serve, invert pan onto large platter or serving tray; remove pan. Discard foil. Garnish with Green Onion Curls, if desired. Serve with crackers.
Tip
Substitute shredded Cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeno peppers. Drain 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies and stir into cheese mixture before spreading into prepared pan.
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