My good friend Jan recently shared this fabulous recipe with me that originated at the Blue Moon Inn—a Montgomery, Alabama establishment (since closed).  Published at one point in Southern Living magazine, this cheese spread is like the first cousin of pimento cheese.  Shredded cheddar cheese (I used a mixture of sharp cheddar and white cheddar), mayo, and Worcestershire sauce are similar ingredients to beloved pimento cheese, but the twists come with the welcomed addition of toasted, chopped pecans, sweet chili sauce and sliced green olives.  The crunch of the pecans is a wonderful addition, and the briny taste of the olives pairs perfectly with the cheese.  Lovely served on toasted whole grain bread, with your favorite multi-grain crackers, or for another serving idea, stuffed into tiny sweet peppers or spread on crunchy celery sticks.

(To view this recipe, click on the following link: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/blue-moon-inn-cheese-spread)

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