East Indian Cheese Logs

Sharon123's Note:

This is exotic with the flavors of mango chutney, curry powder, coconut, and peanuts! Prep time includes chilling time.

• Total Time: 6 hrs
• Prep Time: 6 hrs
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 2 12inch ...

• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese , softened
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 teaspoon curry powder
• 1 cup finely chopped green onion
• 1 cup dry-roasted unsalted peanuts , coarsely chopped
• 1 cup golden raisin
• ½ cup flaked coconut
• ¾ cup mango chutney
• ¼ cup flaked coconut , toasted (optional)
• mango , slices (optional)

Directions:

1. Combine first 3 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of an electric mixer until smooth.
2. Add green onions and next 3 ingredients; beat at low speed until mixed well.
3. Stir in chutney.
4. Cover and chill slightly.
5. Divide cheese mixture in half; shape each portion into a 12-inch log.
6. Wrap in wax paper, and chill 6 hours or until firm.
7. Place cheese logs on a serving tray; if desired, garnish with toasted coconut and mango slices.
8. Serve with toasted pita bread triangles, crackers, or apple slices.

Reviews

[Seasoned Cook]

Delicious cheese logs!!! Time is required to let the flavors meld together. I could not find mango chutney, but used peach chutney. Easier preparation to put in fridge to allow to get very cold before forming logs or balls. A great item to have for parties or wedding receptions. Glad you decided to share this recipe! Thank you!!

[Musical Joy]

Great recipe. Made this for book club and everyone loved it. Instead of curry powder, I used Garam Masala and Chana Masala, a dash of cumin and some cayenne pepper. Also, I used only 1/2 cup of mango chutney since the brand that I bought had an over-powering taste. Next time I make this, I may even leave out the chutney - it was great w/o it.

[love4culinary]

Amazing...simply amazing! My guests were so curious as to what was in these! I should have made more because there definitely wasnt enough! Fabulous flavors!