Chili Cheese Log - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
2 c. shredded sharp American cheese
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
dash of red pepper
1/4 c. finely chopped pecans
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. paprika

Preparation

Soften cheese at room temperature.
Combine cheeses, lemon juice, garlic powder and red pepper.
Beat until light and fluffy. Stir in nuts.
Shape in a roll about 1 1/2-inches across.
Sprinkle roll with mixture of chili powder and paprika.
Chill several hours.
Before serving, let stand at room temperature about 10 minutes.
Slice and serve with crackers.