CHEDDAR PECAN TORTE RECIPE - (4/5)

Cheddar Pecan Torte Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by tiffanybrie

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (12-ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 medium onion
2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 mango chutney (or any jam like mango spread)
1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon beef granules
1/2 teaspoon basil
1 dash each of black pepper, celery seed, cumin, and nutmeg

Steps:

Combine cheddar cheese with pecans and onion. Place half of the mixture in an 8-inch round souffle dish. Combine (8-ounce) package cream cheese with the chutney blend thoroughly. Spread over cheddar cheese mixture. Drain spinach completely, squeeze (really squeeze) out all excess moisture. Add seasonings and remaining 1 (8-ounce) package of cream cheese. Blend thoroughly. Top with remaining cheddar cheese mixture. refrigerate until serving time. To serve invert on a plate and serve with crackers.