salsa cheesecake

The Villages, FL
Updated on Jan 2, 2013

This recipe was prepared by Vicki Pollitt at our December, 2012, meeting. This makes one large or 2 small springform cheesecakes. Half the recipe to make one small springform pan.

prep time
cook time 45 Min
method ---
yield 20-24 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 2 packages 8 ou each, cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (8 ou) shredded monterey jack cheese
  • 2 cans (16 ou) sour cream, divided
  • 3 - eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 can (4 ou) chopped green chiles, drained

How To Make salsa cheesecake

  • Step 1
    •In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and Monterey Jack cheese until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 cup sour cream just until combined. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in the salsa and chilies. • Pour into a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until center is almost set. • Remove from the oven; immediately spread with remaining sour cream. Cool on wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight. • To serve, remove sides of pan. Garnish with guacamole and diced tomato. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 20-24 slices.

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