SANTA FE CHEESECAKE

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All of my favorite Southwestern ingredients are combined in this savory cheesecake. It looks and tastes fantastic! -Jean Ecos, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield 16-20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup crushed tortilla chips
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 cup sour cream
1 cup chopped sweet yellow pepper
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/3 cup chopped tomato

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine tortilla chips and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 325° for 15 minutes or until lightly browned., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in Monterey Jack cheese and chilies; pour into crust. , Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Spread sour cream over cheesecake. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight. , Remove sides of pan. Garnish with yellow pepper, onions and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Bile xassan Axmad
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. The cheesecake is creamy and delicious, and the green chiles add a nice kick.


Since What
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This cheesecake is amazing! The crust is perfect and the filling is so creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Daniyal Dani
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit. It's so creamy and delicious, and the green chiles add a nice touch of spice.


Dragon Skate
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This is a great recipe for a beginner baker. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Oli Ahmed
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I love the combination of sweet and spicy in this cheesecake. It's the perfect dessert for a party or a special occasion.


Faishal Sheikh
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This cheesecake is a great way to spice up your dessert table. The green chiles add a unique flavor that is sure to impress your guests.


Erwin Zamora
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I was a little hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of green chiles, but I'm so glad I did! The flavors are amazing and the cheesecake is so creamy and delicious.


Abigail Moagi
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This is the best cheesecake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I highly recommend it!


M. Raman Khan
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The flavors are perfectly balanced and the texture is creamy and smooth.


Maher Tasawar
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use store-bought ingredients and it still tastes like I spent hours making it.


Lola Westley
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one was really good. The crust was perfect and the filling was light and fluffy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Michelle Johnson
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This cheesecake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the green chiles and the cream cheese. I will definitely be making this again.