Monterey Cheddar Recipe
Make Monterey Cheddar Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cheese Preparation
Garnish
Method
Cheese Preparation
- 1
Grate the Cheeses
Using a box grater or food processor, grate the Monterey Jack cheese and Sharp Cheddar cheese into a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Combine Ingredients
To the bowl of grated cheese, add the diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and softened cream cheese. Mix well until all ingredients are well combined.
- 3
Form into a Log
Transfer the cheese mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Using your hands, shape the mixture into a log or ball. Wrap tightly in the plastic wrap.
- 4
Chill
Place the wrapped cheese log in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Garnish
- 5
Prepare Garnish
Once the cheese log is firm, remove it from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Place it on a serving platter.
- 6
Add Cilantro and Lime
Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top of the cheese log and arrange lime wedges around it for serving.
