Blue Cheese Logs

Health score
5%
Blue Cheese Logs
45 min.
24
283kcal

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If you're looking to impress your guests at your next gathering or simply indulge in a delightfully savory snack, Blue Cheese Logs are the perfect addition to your culinary repertoire. These delectable appetizers combine the robust flavor of crumbled blue cheese with the creamy richness of softened cream cheese, creating a balanced and irresistible spread. The logs are rolled in a vibrant mixture of finely chopped parsley and toasted pecans, providing both a beautiful presentation and an added crunch with each bite.

Perfect for antipasti platters, starter courses, or as a standout snack, these cheese logs cater to a variety of tastes and occasions. With just 45 minutes of prep time, you can create enough to serve 24 people, making them ideal for parties, holidays, or cozy get-togethers with friends. The unique combination of flavors from sharp cheddar, subtle spices, and that delightful bite of Worcestershire sauce makes every mouthful a memorable experience.

Not only are they easy to make, but they can also be prepared ahead of time and even frozen for your convenience. Just bring them out, let them thaw in the fridge, and serve with your favorite crackers for a sophisticated yet simple appetizer. So gather your ingredients and dive into this rich, flavorful recipe that is sure to be the talk of the table!

Ingredients

  • ounce cheese blue crumbled
  • 24 servings round buttery crackers 
  • 16 ounce cream cheese softened
  • cups parsley fresh divided finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.5 small onion diced
  • cups pecans divided toasted finely chopped
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese cubed
  • 1.5 tablespoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Process cream cheese and next 5 ingredients in a food processor 1 to 2 minutes until combined, stopping to scrape down sides.
  2. Stir together cheese mixture, 1 cup pecans, and 1/2 cup parsley. Cover and chill 1 hour.
  3. Shape cheese mixture into 4 (7-inch) logs.
  4. Combine remaining 1 cup pecans and 1 1/2 cups parsley.
  5. Roll logs in parsley mixture; cover and chill until ready to serve.
  6. Serve with crackers.
  7. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Cracker Barrel cheese for Cheddar cheese. Cheese logs may be prepared ahead and frozen, if desired. Thaw in refrigerator overnight.

Nutrition Facts

Calories283kcal
Protein10.44%
Fat70.75%
Carbs18.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.58
Glycemic Load
0.53
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
11.951739225699%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.98mg
Delphinidin
0.66mg
Catechin
0.66mg
Epigallocatechin
0.51mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.21mg
Apigenin
10.77mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.74mg
Quercetin
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:282.88kcal
14.14%
Fat:22.73g
34.97%
Saturated Fat:8.84g
55.26%
Carbohydrates:13.6g
4.53%
Net Carbohydrates:12.16g
4.42%
Sugar:2.67g
2.96%
Cholesterol:35.63mg
11.88%
Sodium:387.62mg
16.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:7.55g
15.09%
Vitamin K:91.22µg
86.87%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.49%
Calcium:174.47mg
17.45%
Vitamin A:865.11IU
17.3%
Phosphorus:173mg
17.3%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.74%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.76%
Selenium:6.77µg
9.67%
Vitamin C:7.03mg
8.52%
Zinc:1.26mg
8.41%
Iron:1.38mg
7.68%
Copper:0.15mg
7.47%
Folate:28.61µg
7.15%
Vitamin E:0.99mg
6.62%
Magnesium:23.3mg
5.83%
Fiber:1.44g
5.76%
Vitamin B3:1.08mg
5.42%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.7%
Potassium:151.87mg
4.34%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.28%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.44%
Source:My Recipes