CHEESE TORTE BY THE CHEDDAR BOX

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Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 ten ounce package sharp cheddar, softened
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 eight ounce packages cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup chutney
1/3 cup frozen chopped spinace
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon beef granules
1/8 teaspoon basil
dash pepper, celery seed, cumin and nutmeg

Steps:

Combine softened cheddar with pecans and onion. Place half of this mixture in container of choice. (pie plate or '1 pint' cottage cheese type container) Combine 8 ounces cream cheese with chutney. Blend thoroughly. Spread over cheddar cheese mixture. Thaw spinace. Drain completely. (smash all water out through a sieve.) Add seasonings and 8 ounces of cream cheese. Blend thoroughly. Spread over chutney mixture. Top with remaining cheddar cheese mixture. May be prepared in advance and frozen.