Name: Bacon Pecan Cheese Log
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature -; 2/3 c. white Cheddar -; 1 tsp. garlic powder -; Kosher salt -; Freshly ground black pepper -; 12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided -; 1/2 c. toasted pecans, chopped and divided -; 1/2 c. chives, chopped and divided -

Ingredients for - Bacon Pecan Cheese Log

1. 8 oz. cream cheese, softened to room temperature

2. 2/3 c. white Cheddar

3. 1 tsp. garlic powder

4. Kosher salt

5. Freshly ground black pepper

6. 12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided

7. 1/2 c. toasted pecans, chopped and divided

8. 1/2 c. chives, chopped and divided

How to cook deliciously - Bacon Pecan Cheese Log

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, combine cream cheese with cheddar, garlic powder, half the bacon, half the pecans, and half the chives. Season with salt and pepper and stir until combined.

2 . Stage

Empty bowl out onto a piece of plastic wrap and form into a log shape with your hands. Place in the refrigerator to harden slightly.

3 . Stage

On a large plate, combine the remaining chives, bacon, and pecans. Stir so that they are evenly distributed on the plate. Remove cheese log from refrigerator and roll in mixture, pressing more toppings on with your hands if needed. Place on a serving dish with crackers or vegetables for dipping.