Cranberry, Pecan & Cheese Log

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pecans (roughly chopped)
• 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (unsweetened if possible)
• 2 tablespoons Chives (finely chopped)
• 8 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• 8 oz Cream Cheese (softened to room temperature)

Instructions

1. Prep the nuts, fruit and herbs

   Place pecans on a cutting board and roughly chop them. Roughly chop the dried cranberries and finely slice the chives.

   Time: PT5M

2. Combine dry mix

   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, dried cranberries, and chives. Stir to distribute evenly.

   Time: PT3M

3. Blend the cheeses

   In a separate bowl, add softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar. Using a rubber spatula, blend until smooth and fully incorporated.

   Time: PT5M

4. Incorporate half of the dry mix

   Fold half of the pecan‑cranberry‑chive mixture into the cheese blend until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

5. Form the log

   Lay a sheet of plastic wrap on the countertop. Transfer the cheese mixture onto the wrap and shape it into a tight log, using the wrap to help roll and compact it.

   Time: PT5M

6. Chill to set

   Wrap the log tightly in the plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

   Time: PT30M

7. Coat the log

   Remove the chilled log from the refrigerator, unwrap, and roll it in the remaining pecan‑cranberry‑chive mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

   Time: PT5M

8. Final chill and serve

   Wrap the coated log again and refrigerate for an additional 10 minutes. Slice into 1‑inch rounds and serve with Ritz crackers or bagel chips.

   Time: PT10M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

324

Protein

9 g

Carbohydrates

6 g

Fat

28 g

Fiber

2 g