Ingredients
3/4
cup finely chopped pecans
1
package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2
ounces Muenster cheese, shredded (1/2 cup)
1/3
cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese
1/2
cup Cheddar cold-pack cheese food (from 8-ounce container), softened
1/2
cup chopped dried apricots
1/4
cup chopped dried figs
1/4
cup chopped dried cranberries
Crackers, if desired
Preparation
Line square pan, 8x8x2 inches, with 16-inch piece of waxed paper, leaving ends overhanging. Spread pecans evenly over waxed paper in bottom of pan; set aside. Beat cream cheese, Muenster cheese and Parmesan cheese in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. Spoon cheese mixture over pecans, using teaspoon; spread evenly. Spoon Cheddar cheese food over cream cheese layer, using teaspoon; spread evenly. Sprinkle with dried fruits; press in lightly.
Lift ends of waxed paper to remove cheese mixture from pan and place on smooth surface. Roll up cheese mixture, jelly-roll style. (If cheese is too soft to roll, return to pan and refrigerate about 20 minutes or until firm.) Wrap cheese log in waxed paper; place in resealable plastic food-storage bag. Refrigerate about 30 minutes or until firm. Serve with crackers.
