*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                            Fruited Cheese Log

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Appetizers                       Cheese/Eggs
                Fruits                           Londontowne

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     1/2  cup           Dried apricots
   1      teaspoon      Poppy seed (optional)
   1      pound         Monterey Jack cheese -- shred
     1/2  teaspoon      Seasoned salt
     1/3  cup           Golden raisins
   8      ounces        Cream cheese -- softened
     1/3  cup           Dates -- chopped
     1/3  cup           Dry sherry
                        Walnuts -- chopped
                        Cherries -- grapes for garnish

Soak apricots in 1 c water for 2 hours. Drain and chop. Blend cheeses. Add
 remaining ingredients, fruits last, mixing thoroughly in between.

 Turn out onto sheet of foil and shape into 9" log or 2 large balls. Wrap
 securely and chill until firm. Roll in chopped nuts, cover again in foil
 and refrigerate 24 hours before serving (may be frozen). Garnish.

 Mrs. Stanley Nesbitt

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