STUFFED HEAD LETTUCE

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This is so easy and so pretty. It makes a nice summer lunch, just add some fruit. I like Homemade french or Italian dressing on it.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 head lettuce
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
2 tablespoons blue cheese
2 tablespoons grated carrots
1 tablespoon minced green pepper
2 tablespoons diced tomatoes
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon minced onion

Steps:

  • Wash lettuce; remove core.
  • With a tablespoon, remove enough of the lettuce around core to leave a cavity 2 to 3 in diameter.
  • Save removed lettuce for another use.
  • Combine cheeses, carrot, green pepper, tomato, pepper, salt and onion, pack firmly into lettuce cavity.
  • Wrap lettuce head in foil or plastic wrap and chill until center is solid.
  • Slice lettuce into wedges.
  • Serve with dressing of your choice.
  • A few pieces of fresh fruit (grapes, strawberries or melon) placed on the salad plate is very nice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.2, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 26.6, Sodium 295.4, Carbohydrate 4, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.2, Protein 3.9

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