ZIPPY CHEESE LOG

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Because of popular demand, my pretty cheese log has become a tasty tradition at our women's Christmas brunch. As soon as the ladies try a bite, I start getting requests for the recipe. -Evangeline Rew, Manassas, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield 2 cheese logs (about 1-3/4 cups each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup small curd 4% cottage cheese
1 envelope (1 ounce) Parmesan Italian salad dressing mix
4 tablespoons minced fresh parsley, divided
1/2 cup minced fully cooked ham
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, cottage cheese and salad dressing mix until blended. , Line the bottom and sides of a 13x9-in. dish with waxed paper. Spread cheese mixture evenly in dish. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Remove waxed paper with cheese from dish. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons parsley in a 13x1-in. strip 1/2 in. from 1 long edge. Sprinkle ham over remaining cheese mixture. , Starting with parsley edge, carefully roll up jelly-roll style. Combine walnuts and remaining parsley; roll log in parsley mixture. Cut log in half; wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 176mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Ogdan Abete
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This cheese log was just okay.


Bishal Karki
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Family Family
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Overall, I was a bit disappointed with this recipe.


Deidre Garcia
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This cheese log was a bit too time-consuming to make.


Alichu Zoone
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I had some trouble finding some of the ingredients for this recipe.


Rana Muhammad Rameez
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This cheese log was a bit too runny for my liking.


Evelyn Devi
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I found this cheese log to be a bit bland.


Noujumul Hason
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This cheese log is a bit too spicy for my taste.


Carlancia Brisco
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I highly recommend this recipe.


Mdrakib hossain
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This cheese log is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


fave ok
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I love the zippy flavor of this cheese log.


Linda Nabuya
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This cheese log is the perfect appetizer for any party.


Sarah Cryan
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I've been making this cheese log for years and it's always a favorite. It's so creamy and delicious.


Ggbhf Hhhff
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This was my first time making a cheese log and it turned out perfect! Thanks for the great recipe.


Khubaib SaQi Gujjar
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add different herbs, spices, or even nuts to change the flavor.


Jamia Islam
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This cheese log was a hit at my last party! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.