16 ounces Raskas* cream cheese, softened

1-10 ounce package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

1 tablespoon chopped red bell pepper or pimiento

1 tablespoon finely chopped onion

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

4 teaspoons lemon juice

Dash of ground red pepper

Dash of salt

Chopped pecans, for garnish

Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions:

In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and cheddar cheese with an electric mixer at medium speed until well blended. Add bell pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, red pepper and salt; mix well. Chill for several hours or overnight.

Shape the cream cheese mixture into a log. Garnish with pecans and parsley.

Serve with crackers. Makes 6 servings.

Tip: To soften cream cheese, microwave in a bowl on medium (50 percent) for 2 minutes.