Best Pineapple Almond Cheddar Spread Recipes

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PINEAPPLE-PECAN CHEESE SPREAD



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Cynde Sonnier's smooth and creamy cheese spread is chock-full of red pepper, green chilies and crunchy pecans. It's always a hit in Mont Belvieu, Texas...and a sure-fire way to get the kids to eat more veggies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 3-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted, divided
3/4 cup crushed pineapple, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
2 tablespoons chopped roasted sweet red pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Assorted fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add the cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup pecans, pineapple, chilies, red pepper and garlic powder; beat until combined. Transfer to a serving dish. Cover and refrigerate until serving., Sprinkle with remaining pecans just before serving. Serve with vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PINEAPPLE CREAM CHEESE SPREAD



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For a satisfying snack, try this spread. With only two ingredients, it couldn't be easier. I use this on crackers and celery sticks. It has a refreshing pineapple taste.-Rita Addicks, Weimar, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 5m

Yield 1-1/8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, softened
1 can (8 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine cream cheese and pineapple. Chill.

Nutrition Facts :

PINEAPPLE CHEESE SPREAD



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"This satisfying snack is real treat for my husband, who's watching his weight," reports Cindy Smith of Adel, Iowa. "Crushed pineapple adds a hint of sweetness to my low-fat version of a spread sold at a grocery store chain."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup unsweetened crushed pineapple
1/3 cup fat-free mayonnaise
Reduced-fat crackers

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts :

PINEAPPLE ALMOND CHEESE SPREAD



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This cheese spread sounds really delicious -- you can serve with crackers or it can be used for a stuffing in celery - YUM! Recipe is from my Kenny Roger's cookbook. Note: I prefer less bell pepper - I reduced it to 1/4 cup (or you can eliminate it all together if you prefer).

Provided by DailyInspiration

Categories     Spreads

Time 30m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
4 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon soy sauce (or more to taste)
2 (8 ounce) cans crushed pineapple (packed in juice, but drained)
1 cup toasted almond, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped (or your choice of color)
1/4 cup green onion, minced (or chives)
seasoning, of your choice garlic powder, etc
celery ribs or assorted cracker

Steps:

  • Beat together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, mayonnaise, and soy sauce until smooth. Stir in pineapple, almonds, bell pepper and green onion or chives.
  • Use to stuff celery stalks or heap in a bowl surrounded by assorted crackers, with a knife for spreading. Serve at room temperature.

ALMOND CHEDDAR APPETIZERS



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I always try to have a supply of these appetizers on hand in the freezer. If guests drop in, I just pull some out and reheat to serve. They work great as a snack, for brunch or along with a lighter lunch. -Linda Thompson, Southampton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup slivered almonds, chopped
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Worcestershire sauce; stir in cheese, onion, almonds and bacon. , Cut bread into 1/2-in. slices; spread with cheese mixture. Cut slices in half; place on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until bubbly. Freeze option: Place unbaked appetizers in a single layer on a baking sheet; freeze for 1 hour. Remove from pan and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When ready to use, place thawed appetizers on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 116mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PINEAPPLE ALMOND CHEDDAR SPREAD



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Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons soy sauce
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (8-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1/2 cup chopped toasted almonds
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Mix cream cheese, mayonnaise, and soy sauce until smooth. Beat in remaining ingredients. Good with celery or crackers. Fun Fact: The best hostess gift? Pay for cleanup! Maybe go in with other guests to hire someone for the duration or just after the party . . . or the next day. Second best: Stay and help cleanup yourself (and that might be first best).

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

ALMOND CHEESE SPREAD



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"I love this dip recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover or different kinds of cheeses I've already got on hand," says Joan Cooper of Lake Orion, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup shredded sharp white cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
Dash pepper
Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 green onion, chopped
1 tablespoon sliced almonds
Celery ribs or assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients; stir in green onion and almonds. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Serve with celery or crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 297mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

ALMOND BACON CHEDDAR SPREAD



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This makes a delicious spread for sandwiches. Also goes very well with crackers and fresh fruit. Serve it within a few hours as it doesn't keep. That shouldn't be a problem though as it never lasts that long!

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 slices cooked bacon, crisp fried, crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup chopped toasted almond
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 dash Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • Combine the bacon, cheese, nuts, green onions, mayonnaise and Tasbasco sauce in a bowl, mixing well.
  • Serve as a spread with crackers and fresh fruit or as a sandwich filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 769.4, Fat 63.6, SaturatedFat 23.1, Cholesterol 124.5, Sodium 1487.2, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.2, Protein 36.2

ENDIVE, APPLE, AND CELERY SALAD WITH SMOKED ALMONDS AND CHEDDAR



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A mix of sweet, smoky, and pleasingly bitter notes gives this crisp, bright salad a modern flair.

Provided by Mindy Fox

Categories     Salad     Healthy     Endive     Apple     Celery     Almond     Cheddar     Kid-Friendly     Low Cholesterol     Small Plates

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon Champagne or white wine vinegar
2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons whole-grain Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 medium endives (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut on the bias into 1/2"-thick slices, cores thinly sliced
1 head of celery, leaves removed and reserved, stalks very thinly sliced on the bias
1/2 pound aged sharp cheddar, shaved on the slicing blade of a box grater
3/4 cup coarsely chopped salted, smoked almonds, divided
Flaky sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup (1") chives

Steps:

  • Combine 1 Tbsp. vinegar and 3 cups cold water in a medium bowl. Add apple slices and let soak.
  • Meanwhile, whisk mustard, kosher salt, and remaining 1/4 cup vinegar in a medium bowl, then whisk in oil in a slow, steady stream.
  • Drain and pat apple slices dry. Combine apple slices, endives, celery stalks, cheese, and half of the almonds in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle dressing over salad. Gently toss until salad is evenly dressed, then season with sea salt and pepper. Top with chives, celery leaves, and remaining almonds.

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