Western Cheesecake

Name: Western Cheesecake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 1 cheesecake, 40 serving(s)
Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened; 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; 2 cups light sour cream, divided; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning; 3 eggs, room temperature; 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped and drained; 2/3 cup salsa

Submitted by Peggy V.

"This impressive creamy cheesecake will pleasantly surprise your guests when they realize this traditional dessert is easily turned into a flavorful Mexican inspired appetizer!"

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Ready In:: 1hr 10mins
Ingredients:: 7
Yields:: 1 cheesecake
Serves:: 40

ingredients

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups light sour cream, divided
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
3 eggs, room temperature
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped and drained
²⁄₃ cup salsa

directions

Combine the cream cheese and shredded cheese; beat until fluffy. Stir in 1 cup sour cream and taco seasoning. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Fold in chilies. Pour into a 9-inch springform pan.
Bake in a 350 degree oven for 35-40 minutes or until center is firm. Remove from oven; cool 10 minutes. Spoon remaining sour cream over the top of cake; return to oven for another 5 minutes. Cool completely. Refrigerate, covered. Just before serving, top with your favorite salsa. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.