FRENCH QUARTER CHEESE SPREAD

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Topped with toasty pecans, this sweet-and-savory cheese ball makes a festive hostess gift for holiday parties. Says Heidi: "It's always a hit; there's never anything left over, and everyone asks for the recipe." At home, make it ahead of time for convenience, then bring to room temp and serve. Heidi Blaine Hadburg - Safety Harbor, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon prepared mustard
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, onion and garlic. Transfer to a serving plate; shape into a 6-in. disk. Set aside., In a small saucepan, combine the butter, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce and mustard. Cook and stir over medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; stir in pecans. , Cool slightly. Spoon over cheese mixture. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 26g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 138mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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