Spicy Party Cheesecake

2013-06-20

Cuisine: American
Course: Appetizers and Snacks
Skill Level: Moderate

Excellent for a large group.

Ingredients

2 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese
1 8 oz carton sour cream
3 eggs
1 cup hot salsa
1 4 oz can diced green chili peppers, drained
1 8 oz carton sour cream
1 6 oz container frozen avocado dip, thawed
1 medium tomato, seeded and chopped
tortilla chips or large corn chips
cilantro or parsley sprigs

Method

Step 1

Combine cream cheese and Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl. Beat with electric mixer till light and fluffy. Beat in one carton sour cream. Add eggs all at once; beat at low speed just till combined. Stir in salsa and chili peppers.

Step 2

Pour into a 9-inch springform pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake in 350F oven for 40 to 45 minutes or till the center is almost set.

Step 3

Immediately spread remaining sour cream over top of the hot cheesecake. Cool on a wire rack. Cover pan and refrigerate for 3 to 24 hours.

Step 4

To serve, remove the sides of the pan. Dollop avocado dip around edge of cheesecake and sprinkle with chopped tomato if desired. Serve with tortilla chips or corn chips. Garnish with cilantro or parsley.