THREE-CHEESE PARTY WHEEL

Three-Cheese Party Wheel image

Instead of serving cheese spreads separately, layer them for an attractive appetizer. Sliced almonds and chopped parsley add crunch and color.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Snack

Time 15m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 container (8 oz) Swiss almond cold-pack cheese food
1 container (8 oz) sharp Cheddar cold-pack cheese food
1 container (8 oz) chives-and-onion cream cheese spread
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted if desired
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
80 assorted crackers
Fresh currants, if desired

Steps:

On sheet of waxed paper, spread Swiss almond cheese into 5-inch round, about 1/2 inch thick. With small metal spatula, smooth side and top.
Evenly spread Cheddar cheese over Swiss cheese; smooth side and top.
Evenly spread cream cheese spread over top; smooth side and top to even layers. Sprinkle almonds over top; press in lightly. Press parsley into side of cheese wheel. Serve immediately, or wrap in waxed paper and refrigerate until serving time.
To serve, place cheese wheel on serving plate; arrange crackers around cheese. Garnish with currants.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 440 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g