Christmas Cheese Log

Christmas Cheese Log
16 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
8 oz. Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese, shredded
Scant 1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/4 cup green bell pepper, finely diced
1/4 cup red pepper, finely diced
3 green onions, tops included, sliced
2 cups pecans, finely chopped
1 cup Craisins, chopped
Combine cream cheese, Pepper Jack cheese, Parmesan Cheese, mayonnaise, and garlic.
Mix in the green bell peppers, red peppers, and green onions just until combined. Do not overbeat.
Spread the pecans and Craisins on to a long piece of plastic wrap. Wet your hands so the cheese mixture doesn’t stick to you. Form the mixture into a long “log” and use the extra pecans and Craisins to cover the top, sides, and ends of the log.
Once coated with nuts and Craisins, use the plastic wrap to tightly cover the cheese log and use your hands to finish forming the log into shape.
Refrigerate two to three hours, or overnight, before serving.
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[@diannebarefoot6422]

I’m in love with this channel! Thank you Tom and Melissa for making cooking easier and less intimidating!

[@janicenichols7271]

Great job with the cheese ball...i make my own version every Christmas...i use cream cheese, cheddar, miracle whip, worchestershire sauce, green onion, gerkin pickle, seasoned salt and pepper and cover with chopped walnuts...Ive been making for 35 years and they are a family favourite...I will give yours a try.😊 I just came across your videos and I love them...good old fashioned recipes and food everyone loves😊

[@shannonwhite7605]

This is ABSOLUTELY beautiful! Cheese ball/log, is one of my fav's! I'll add jalapeños to mine as my hubby is Mexican!!😋😋😋 ♥️🎄🎁🎅🙏🏻

[@cathybrown8334]

My mom would make a cheese log with shredded dried beef as a coating. I miss mom every day even at 70 years old.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Bless your heart. We love our sweet memories of these precious people in our lives.

[@sharonpierce6278]

Love your videos

[@Kathy-gu5hm]

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[@mothertwinkles4198]

Bless you, love. 🤗

[@teensymom1420]

I have just started watching your videos and I don't know how you don't have a million subscribers. I will be sharing with people I know.

[@masunshine2970]

Thank you guys for sharing and leaving your recipes for us to have. I really appreciate it and am sure others do also.

[@dianalester1351]

Love your logic in thinking about doing a log instead of a ball. Also, I am impressed with how you present in the kitchen, you clean as you go! I too was taught to clean as I cook.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

It's so nice not to have a mess in the kitchen when you're finished. Especially if you've had a chance to enjoy a nice meal. Who wants to finish the meal and then have a mess to clean up? Thank you very much for watching our video. We really do appreciate it.

[@DavidStephens-p5y]

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[@violaesquivel2895]

Hi there. I just met u this week n I already love ur videos. Wonderful couple n great parents it seems. 🎉❤😊. Congratulations n many more blessings ur way. I had many delicious n great gatherings with our children. Unfortunately we lost my eldest son in 2007. Cancer. Our second son lives in Massachusetts married 2 children. Nice job n fences for himself. Very proud of him. My daughter as well. ❤😊. All thanks to my Lord Jesus. But my time came to a halt. Some hard illnesses sneaked up on me so I don't do too many things anymore. 🎉. I'm not too sick to enjoy their company. I'm thankful for these 76 years God has given me. 🙏 I'm very happy I came across ur videos. U explain so well n teach us viewers so patiently. Make us want to listen n learn. I'm sending my respects and 🎉 n a whole lot of love to both of u. Enjoy n embrace ur children. Tell them how much u love them n how special they r in ur lives. Many blessings ur way. A great howdy from South Texas. ❤

[@shannanw]

This recipe is going in my Christmas party list. I cannot wait to make it. My hubby and I loved the addition of the craisins. YUM!! ☺️

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We sure hope you all love it. We are big Craisin fans , too!

[@bjohnson1149]

Would be pretty in the fall with the orange and yellow bell peppers. Saving to try later.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Absolutely! This is a pretty versatile recipe.

[@lindaww2425]

My Mom always added a good shake of Worcestershire sauce in all her cheese mixtures....no matter how she would shape them....that added just that certain something in my opinion. This is a beautiful log though !

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Thank you, Linda. We appreciate that you watched our video.

[@freeinflipflops7475]

I can tell you were a great teacher! Keep up the great work! 🍎

[@comesitatmytable9044]

You can take the teacher out of the classroom, but the teaching skills carry over into the kitchen.

[@freeinflipflops7475]

@@comesitatmytable9044 yes they do 😁

[@DebadooCreates]

Y'all are so cute together! This looks very tasty. I also prefer logs for the same reason. I'll bet that would be good with pimento in it too. It definitely looked like Christmas. When you took the bowl of the mixer & tilted it to the camera, the pattern the cream cheese made in the bowl reminded me of snow covered evergreens 🌲. Of course, in my part of Texas, we don't have snow very often.

[@aliceb8950]

I was so happy to see I’m not the only person who has that nut chopper except mine is brown and white. A true treasure. I love your recipes. And your videos. You explain everything not leaving out any step. You and Melissa make a great team.

[@gloriasams4687]

I love making a cheese ball for Christmas, but now I will be making cheese LOG now! I will make your recipe, but there is one that I have been making for about 20 years that I really like!!❤😊

[@lindawood6404]

I will be making this for our family get together this Christmas1 It looks so good! Love your videos!

[@sherrywilliams409]

I love a good cheese log or cheese ball! Have you ever had the one that has the beef from a jar? I have a great recipe that has that beef and chopped black olives. I’mp going to make your recipe bc I’m curious about the taste that craisins gives it. I bet I will like it. My favorite part of the holidays is tasting all of the party foods that everyone makes. I like the traditional recipes but I especially like to taste the new recipes. Thanks for sharing your recipe✝️🎄🎁

[@comesitatmytable9044]

You are so welcome. We hope you enjoy this!

[@davemeiser2999]

Pretty as a picture, christmas cheese log!!! Thank you sooooo very much. I will be making it this Christmas, for sure., ohio.

[@conishka3749]

I love Texas Pete on just about everything I actually carry a bottle in my purse LOL😃 They make a small bottle that's perfect for puttin in your pocket🥰

[@elizabethdavenport9649]

Hello! This recipe looks like a great addition to the Christmas dinner menu, I’ll have to try it this year. Love the story about the nut grinder, that made me smile. I viewed your video library and you have some really great content. Thank you for sharing your recipes, talent and knowledge. It’s August now, and coming up on quick breads season. I’d be interested to see how you make zucchini nut, banana nut, cranberry nut, etc. quick breads. Would that be something on you to do list?

[@macycharmin]

The nut grinder story made me smile too!

[@pamhenry2063]

I am having a really rough day. Please pray for me. By the way I love cheese balls

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Pam, I'm praying for the Lord to bless and protect you right now.

[@kimstout6419]

Hoping things are looking up for you!

[@Conwaylady]

Love all your cooking shows! Tom and Melissa, have you ever disagreed on anything??? Never saw a couple agree on everything and never disagree on anything. You have a special marriage!! Love your show and you explaining everything slowly, making it easy to follow along.

[@dwayneoliver1659]

Looks great! I must make one. Hey,to make it more colorful for Christmas you can garnish the top with a few twigs of mint leaves and garnish the bottom corners of the plate with the green cherries and red cherries that would look great and the sweet taste of the cherries with a bit of the cheese log would taste good. I think you are from Kentucky? Maybe lol that’s where I’m from. You could add a little U.K. Blue to it! Lol. Thank you!.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We are from Kentucky! Love being a part of the BBN! We hope you enjoy the cheese log and have a very Merry Christmas!

[@deannaberman908]

I am new to your channel and I absolutely LOVE your recipes and the presentation!!! My husband and I have been married for 53 years and I have gotten into such a rut....I seem to make the same things time and again. Some are fabulous and some are my own recipes but after I retired I now spend all my time cleaning, yard work, and cardmaking so haven't much cared about cooking. Thank you so much for all the inspiration....I am having a blast making your recipes! My husband thanks you too!

[@kathybennett7560]

We love to add those little jars of the red pimentos to our Christmas cheese balls it’s a little softer than so many bell peppers and makes it spread easier. Aren’t the red and green such festive colors for the holidays and Fourth of July! ❤

[@livrhondiesteinar7799]

Looks good. My remedy for sticky rolling is I use pladtic disposable gloves. I rub a little vegetable shortening on the bottoms of my gloved hands. I also use parchment paper to roll it up.

[@melissaanderson7328]

I love pecans but I'm wondering if it would be good w/ green papitas. That way the outside would be red & green.

[@masunshine2970]

I can't wait to make this. Thank you guys for the recipe.

[@garfieldrupe630]

In my home only I like spicy food. My sister nor our Niece like spicy anything. This looks delicious though. I won't deny that. Thank you for posting this.

[@sandyalley1493]

Great recipe! It’s 107 degrees in N. Louisiana but looking forward to colder days coming up in a few months. Even in this hot weather, the cheese log looks delicious! I may make it for Labor Day get togethers !! Loving your recipes from a new subscriber!

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We are thrilled to have you joining us. It's been a really hot few weeks here in Kentucky as well (but not as hot as you!). Try to stay cool and we look forward to seeing you back at the table.

[@RM-of3bo]

Do the bell peppers start to release their juices too much if the log is in the fridge for a few days? I truly do believe you when you say to come sit at your table. I think you would welcome a total stranger at your door…angels unaware thing, ya know. You two rock!

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We don't think the peppers get watery once it's in the refrigerator, but it doesn't last too long once we make it! Thank you so much for your kind comments. We really appreciate them and that you're watching.

[@victoriajones7383]

Tom, I just don't care for green pepper. The other colors are fine, it's just the green I don't care for. What would u think about maybe 1/8 C of chopped green olives? Yes, I know it will make it saltier, but not sure that would be horrible? What do u think, as I've not tried this recipe yet? Thx for your advise!

[@SparrowStockwell]

I say yum! I LOVE green pimento olives.

[@Teaally1913]

Saving this for coming Christmas!

[@comesitatmytable9044]

It’s great so perhaps you could celebrate Christmas in July!

[@mackenzieryals2690]

This looks SO yummy!! I’m definitely making this in the near future!! Thank you for explaining and also doing it slowly!! Love this channel!!!

[@rosemaryallison4913]

Thanks for hint. I always make cheese balls. From now on i will make cheese logs😊

[@loisray2287]

That looks so delicious !! Smart making it into a log. I really enjoy watching you cook.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Thanks so much! We appreciate you’re watching! Merry Christmas!

[@carmelitadominguez8621]

This is going on my Christmas table!!!!

[@cutiekay5878]

I loved how you let your wife had the first bite and last bite. That was so nice! I enjoy watching you and hearing your wife speak. That looks like a delicious cheese ball. Again thank you for sharing.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Thanks for watching our videos! We appreciate your nice comments, too! Have a merry Christmas!

[@larryshaver3568]

I always enjoy seeing someone make things that are new and your things are very new to me

[@robertasolomon7052]

I. Was. Wonder. Could. I. Asked. You. A. Question. Please. Why. Do. You. Always. Do. The. Cooking. I. Don’t. Mean. To. Hurt. Any. One. Feeling. I. Just. Wonder. Why. Do. You. Do. Cooking. I. Would. Like. To. Do. My. Owned. Cooking. God. Bless. Love. You’ll. Very. Much❤🎉😮😢😅😊

[@shannonlewis3313]

Wow, that's gorgeous. Lovely! Looks delish 😋

[@comesitatmytable9044]

Thank you! It’s quite tasty we think! Merry Christmas!

[@shannonlewis3313]

@@comesitatmytable9044 for me, I think I'd use chopped up dried cherries and almonds on the outside 😋 I can't wait to try it!

[@maureenross9449]

Hi 👋 Tom and Melissa! That is a beautiful cheese log!❤Thank you sharing all your wonderful recipes! You two are so sweet to watch! 39 years being married! Congratulations 🎈🎊 that’s so rare anymore! God bless you both! I so enjoy your video’s! Thank you 😊

[@stijndehert1650]

Defenitly gonna make this... if i can find pepper jack here in Belgium. Otherwise i improvise. 😁😁

[@joynelson7230]

THAT is just festive. YUMMY love nuts and craisens. Thank you. I mad a mistake . The thick bacon with maple syrup and sea salt out on A skewers. Cook over FIREPIT. ❤️❤️❤️🥓🥓😁😃😊👌👍🖐️🌲🌲

[@tnt55super]

Hello, I was looking at the written receipe and then watched the video on the cheese log and the video says 2 - 8oz blockscream cheese, but the written receipe it says one - 8 oz. Which is it ?? .. 2 8oz OR 1 8oz Block of cream cheese?? Please let me know soon, since I would like to make this for my mom's 93rd birthday party on Nov. 18th, 2023. I am very blessed to have her still here and she is still very active. More so then me. 🤣 Thank you so much for your site. I love every one of your Receipes. 👍👍😁👍👍. God Bless .. Bonnie H. In Michigan

[@shirleycrittenden5544]

😂😂😂 Your wife is a lucky lady . and yes after 29 yrs. You know she wasn't joking 😂😂😂. Looks delicious Chef!

[@sharronwolfe7711]

That looks so good! I’ll bet chopped pimento would also be good in it! This is a recipe I really want to keep! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

[@rhonavoss8531]

Hi Tom/Chris and Melissa.. my family loves a good cheese ball/log for Christmas..I have to make one without the nuts for a special person that’s allergic.. So I only roll that one in craisins and a lil crushed pineapple…Hope all is well and don’t forget to “Put A Lid On It “….

[@salliemorrill2671]

What a great appetizer! Gives you options. Makes sense to make the log. I see that I'm in good company for hot sauce lovers. Every month I buy one I haven't had before. This year, my roommate bought my a bunch of little bottles for Christmas. Thank you & God bless.

[@marvimgreene4377]

That looks delicious!! I am going to try this recipe!!! Big hugs from Belinda Greene

[@kenpayne222]

This is a great recipe. One comment.. all shredded cheese has Natamycin antibiotic so won’t turn green. I had a bag for 2 years and never turned moldy.. probably not good for you

[@Marianna-63]

Wow that's really nice and I'm going to make for the holidays thank you so much Do you make other appetizers? What about sweets?

[@thatgirl626]

Times have changed nothing is the same but ore shredded cheese used to have potato Starch coating, Dukes is my fav. I personally like nuts in any recipe, toasted, I do them in a skillet, I think it brings out the flavor and they stay crunchy. Like you say Tom, do it your way. :)

[@yvonnedobiash2180]

Oh, lordy l think I just gained 15 lbs and it was worth every calorie.😊 great for your church potluck. But you won't get the patrons away from this dip.

[@harlinda51]

Tom you left out the crushed pineapple plus what you have made. Merry Christmas.

[@Birdog62]

I like a spicy cheese log so I use a block cheese called Flamin' Jack. It's got habenero peppers in it. Smoking good.

[@lindawood6404]

Just had to tell y'all that I made this for our family Christmas get-together yesterday. It was a big hit & I was so glad! I will make this a lot more in the coming years. Thanks for this delicious recipe!

[@debragreen7272]

My mom loved pineapple in her cheese ball! So I put 1/2 of a small can of crushed pineapple drained really well! It is very good!

[@tschnd1969]

I just have one question after watching so many of your videos. Are you willing to adopt a 54 yr old daughter? ❤

[@sharonsnyder8439]

Looks fantastic!

[@teenaray8084]

I love this recipe and will try it soon. Along with the pepper jack, though, I'm going to add mild diced green chilies to it. 😋

[@jineykim1416]

Just love your calm and warm attitude. Can understand your direction so clearly. Became my new favourite! Thank you! 😊

[@wilmaminter5705]

Looks yummy, can't wait to try. Thank you for sharing. I love that you made a log.

[@Granny1375]

I put craisins in my oatmeal and I put them in my oatmeal raisin cookies, I just divide the amount of raisins and use half raisens and half craisens. Or all craisens.

[@patriciakane764]

Amen cathybrown8334! I am 86 and still miss my mom every day!

[@shayroo]

I’m thinking some bacon crumbles will have to sneak int my recipe 😂

[@EdithBritton]

Has ur husband did a video on bbq ribs my is so bad lol it is tuff will I don’t like it I think he can do a good rid I know I am in a wrong place for this rib sorry

[@pjaneheil]

I just thought 🤔 of something, we could also put in a scant of red promento cut finely as well.

[@sharonguy1508]

Tom this looks delicious just a thought could you use sour cream instead of mayo thanks for sharing❤

[@spmrosepi1]

Nice, very nice. Thank you guys.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We’re glad to have you sit at our table. Merry Christmas!

[@spmrosepi1]

@@comesitatmytable9044 Merry Christmas

[@debrasnell6351]

Im going to have to make this along with everything else yall make not seen anything I don't like keep up your great work

[@AlmaMercer]

Why is the algorithm still sending me old videos ? Where is the new ones?

[@judydorman2833]

My sister(that has passed on) always made cheese ball every Christmas. Sure miss her.

[@vonamurvihill266]

This is the Best cheese log ive ever seen! Thanks for showing me the way! Love your videos! ❤

[@michealsheets6920]

I will NEVER make a cheese ball again. Cheese log for the win!

[@chrism1164]

Another great recipe! Love the Nativity! Bless you. ❤

[@MargeBeck-y7b]

Thank you Tom and Melissa for this channel and all your hard work

[@pamelawendrow6090]

It will be fun to make this cheese log…I love your videos…

[@JanJohnson-y4h]

Back down memory lane. I love the chatter between you two.❤

[@davemeiser2999]

You do enjoy cooking, tom., ohio.

[@davemeiser2999]

Looks wonderful!!!

[@camrobn]

I have a pecan chopper too my grandmother gave me mine, same color.

[@Conwaylady]

Melissa, thank you for put recipes in , it helps a lot ❤

[@LynnetteLong]

The cheese log looks delicious! Thanks for this recipe

[@devoriahall6827]

Great cheese log and wonderful presentation!

[@nancystrobel1574]

Made this but used Monterey Jack for pepper jack and used Romano vs Parmesan- this was awesome-best cheese logo ever had! thanks for sharing !

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We are so glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much for watching our chanel.

[@lovetina2010]

LOL THATS CAUSE THEY NUT PICKERS ...LAUGHING

[@judyharmon4586]

My condiment of choice is ALWAYS mayo 😋

[@lovetina2010]

THE CHEESEBALL LOOKS AMAZING. NEXT TIME YOU MAKE ONE...ADD A LITTLE BIT OF WORCHESTER SAUCE TO IT ..IF YOUR FAMILY LIKES THAT. ITS SO SO GOOD. IF YOU DO LET ME KNOW HOW YOU LIKE OKAY. THANK YOU FOR SHARING!!!!

[@lovetina2010]

YOU CAN ALSO MAKE THIS BALL USING LIPTON ONION SOUP MIX AND WORCHESTER SAUCE. TRY THAT TOO OKAY.

[@kathybennett7560]

Your log looks so pretty, and what a cute dish to hold it!

[@sherrigarrett1389]

Thank you for always slicing & showing it served. Looks beautiful-will be making this !

[@comesitatmytable9044]

That's our favorite part. (Confession, we did forget once when we were having the dish with some company later, but we meant to!). We are very happy to have you watching our channel. Have a very Merry Christmas!

[@Mary-ze9kh]

Your Nativity set is very pretty.. I think you need to put up the Christmas decorations whenever you please, so you can enjoy them longer.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

I agree! I know it's just October but I'm thinking I'm going to start the first of November bringing our decorations out of storage. They are so pretty and it's a lot of work not to enjoy them for a long time each year. Thank you very much for watching our channel. We really appreciate it.

[@kathykrause8336]

Another excellent recipe Tom and Melissa

[@sandrahaines9188]

Best instructions in everything thank you 😊

[@crystalmoskwinski7354]

I made your recipe but instead of red bell peppers and green peppers I used a can of mild green chilis and a 1/2 jar of red pimentos

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We sure hope you enjoyed it. Thanks for letting us know you've given it a try! We appreciate that you've joined us at the table.

[@teresakryvenchuk6205]

Love cheese balls ❤❤anytime of the year

[@harlinda51]

Needs a little crushed pineapple. Linda Greenville North Carolina.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

LInda, I'm sure that would be a great addition. We are so glad you are at the table with us.

[@rebeccadobson9104]

Shredded cheese is coated with potato starch

[@virginiacollis4580]

If u want a good fruit dip mix softened block of cream cheese with a jar of marshmallow creme. Stir well a serve with all kinds of fruit. I love Macintosh apples with it the best. Make it to go with yr cheese log. Yum!

[@virginiacollis4580]

U don't have to add anything to the cheese and creme.

[@comesitatmytable9044]

We have done that and you're right - it's a fantastic dip! Thanks so much for watching!

[@thatgirl626]

Good job on the camera Melissa.

[@PatriciaNicely-hu5uh]

I am so happy that I found your channel. Enjoy how your instructions are very detailed. Oh my I also have the very same nut grinder that you were showing! I actually purchased mine in the early 70s. I am 70 years old and just love anything having to do with cooking. Thank you so much for sharing. I also miss my mother and grandmother❤️ I will continue to watch your channel and look forward to more wonderful recipes. I will definitely be making this cheese log and your Brussels sprouts for this Christmas. God bless you and your wife 😍