Nutty Swiss-Cheddar-Pimento Cheese Spread

• 1 cup chopped pecans (Toasted)
• 4 ounces diced pimentos (well drained)
• 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel preferred, at room temperature)
• 5 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 8 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
• 12 ounces swiss cheese (freshly shredded)
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1. Toast pecans in a medium-hot iron skillet ~ constantly stirring to prevent burning! Set aside to cool.
2. Drain pimentos in a wire strainer, covered with a folded paper towel, for about 1/2 hour.
3. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Use a food processor, if you have one!
4. Refrigerate cheese spread for a few hours, to allow flavors to meld.
5. Makes approximately 4 cups. Serve with crackers, celery sticks, sliced apples, or make toasted sandwiches!
6. Enjoy!

pecans, pimentos, lowfat cream cheese, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, swiss cheese, fresh coarse ground black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, worcestershire sauce

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/nutty-swiss-cheddar-pimento-cheese-spread-499805 (may not work)