Gourmet Cheese Spread

Prep: 10 min Cuisine: American

A flavorful, creamy cheese spread combining Monterey Jack and Cheddar with spicy jalapenos and onion, perfect for parties, appetizers, or snacking with crackers.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
  • 1 lb. Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 small onion, minced
  • 10 jalapeno pepper rings, minced
  • mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Mix grated Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses with minced onion and minced jalapeno peppers.
  2. Add mayonnaise gradually until the mixture reaches a spreadable consistency.
  3. Let the cheese spread sit for a while to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Serve with any type of cracker.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

408 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 11.3g 23% DV
Total Fat 35g 45% DV
Carbs 13.6g 5% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 3.9g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 716.8mg 31% DV
Potassium 177.8mg 4% DV
Cholesterol 33.8mg 11% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 117mcg 13% DV
Vitamin C 21.1mg 23% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 331mg 25% DV
Iron 0.6mg 3% DV
Diet fit Low-carb
Contains Milk Egg

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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