Chili Cheese Log - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (3 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded sharp American cheese
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
dash of red pepper
1/4 c. finely chopped pecans
1 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. paprika

Preparation

Let cheese stand at room temperature to soften.
Combine cheeses, lemon juice, garlic powder and red pepper; beat with electric mixer or rotary beater until light and fluffy.
Stir in nuts; shape into a roll about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Sprinkle roll with paprika.
Chill.
Let stand at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving.
Serve with crackers.