Dessert Cheese Centerpiece

1. 1

   Beat together cottage cheese, cream cheese and Blue cheese until they are smooth and creamy.

2. 2

   Gradually beat in whipping cream, beating until thickened.

3. 3

   Stand colander in a bowl and line with several thicknesses of cheesecloth.

4. 4

   Pour in cheese mixture. Tie cheesecloth at top.

5. 5

   Let drain overnight in refrigerator. Untie cloth and turn ball out onto a plate.

6. 6

   Remove cloth. Decorate top of cheese with lemon or mint leaves.

7. 7

   Surround cheese with assorted crackers, apples and pears.

8. 8

   Brush fruit lightly with lemon juice or ascorbic acid color keeper to keep from turning brown.

9. 9

   Yields 6 to 8 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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