Elegant Cheese Torte

1. 1

   In a mixing bowl beat cream cheese and butter until smooth.

2. 2

   Remove 3 1/2 cups into small bowl; stir in pepper and set aside.

3. 3

   Fold in olives into remaining cream cheese mixture.

4. 4

   Spread olive cream cheese evenly over bottom of 9 inch springform pan; set aside.

5. 5

   In a mixing bowl beat cheddar, cider and paprika on low 1 minute and then on high until smooth.

6. 6

   Spread half over olive cream cheese layer.

7. 7

   Top with peppered cheese.

8. 8

   Top with remaining cheddar layer.

9. 9

   Cover with plastic wrap.

10. 10

    Refrigerate 6 hours until firm.

11. 11

    Remove from springform pan and place on serving plate.

12. 12

    Press toasted pecans into top.

13. 13

    Serve garnished with grapes if desired, with assorted crackers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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