Gouda Cheese Logs

Prep Time: 15 min

Total Time: 2 hours 15 min

Makes: 24 servings (2 tablespoons each)

1	tub (8 ounces) soft cream cheese
2	cups shredded Gouda or Colby cheese (8 ounces)
1/4	cup chopped fresh chives
1/4	cup sliced drained sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1/4	teaspoon garlic powder
1/4	cup finely chopped fresh parsley
	Assorted crackers, if desired

1.	Mix cream cheese and Gouda cheese until blended. Stir in chives, tomatoes and garlic powder. Shape mixture into 2 small logs or 1 large ball. Roll in parsley.
2.	Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours until firm. Serve with crackers.

Special Touch

Roll the cheese logs in 3/4 cup chopped pecans instead of the parsley, or omit the chives in the cheese mixture and roll in chives instead.

Do-Ahead

These tasty cheese logs can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.