Three-Cheese Party Wheel

By brandyc

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

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

Details

Servings 20

Preparation

Step 1

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.