Sweet Savory Cheesecake Appetizer

By cindygwest

Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 6 green onions, chopped
• 1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
• 1 jar (10 ounces) seedless raspberry or strawberry preserves
• Sliced green onions, optional
• Assorted crackers

Details

Servings 32

Preparation

Step 1

Spread pecans evenly over bottom of a greased 9-in. springform pan. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in cheddar cheese, green onions and bacon. Carefully spread over pecans. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Loosen sides from pan with a knife; remove rim from pan. Spread preserves over top. If desired, top with sliced onions. Serve with crackers.