SAVORY SANTA FE CHEESECAKE

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Got the original recipe from TOH and changed a few of the amounts to suit our tastes. It has to be CHILLED OVERNIGHT before serving so adjust your plans accordingly.

Provided by Sherrybeth

Categories     Spreads

Time 8h45m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, drained
1 cup sour cream
1 cup yellow pepper, diced
1 cup green onion, chopped
1/2 cup tomatoes, diced

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the crushed chips and butter and mix well.
  • Press into the bottom of a lightly greased 9 inch springfoam pan.
  • Place this on a baking sheet with sides and bake at 325 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese and eggs on low speed until well blended.
  • Stir in the Monterey Jack cheese and the chilies and pour over the baked crust.
  • Bake at 30-35 minute or until center is almost set.
  • Remove the pan from the oven and top the cheesecake with the sour cream.
  • Gently run a knife around the edge of the pan to loosen the cheesecake, then cool for one hour.
  • Refrigerate the cheesecake overnight.
  • Before serving, remove the sides of the pan just before serving.
  • Garnish with the pepper, onion and tomatoes before serving.
  • Serve with crackers or chips.
  • Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.1, Fat 20, SaturatedFat 12.4, Cholesterol 82.2, Sodium 193.3, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.9, Protein 7.3

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