TACO CHEESECAKE

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This appetizer proves that cheesecake is not just for dessert. Very good and the presentation of this is impressive. Enjoy! HELPFUL HINT: When cutting or seeding hot peppers, use rubber or plastic gloves to protect your hands and avoid touching your face. Prep time includes overnight refrigeration.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Spreads

Time P1DT35m

Yield 18-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 teaspoons cornmeal
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese (4-oz.)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1/2 cup chopped ripe black olives
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced

Steps:

  • Sprinkle bottom of greased 9-inch springform pan with cornmeal; set aside.
  • In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
  • Add the taco seasoning, sour cream and salsa.
  • Stir in the eggs, pepper jack cheese and chilies.
  • Fold in olives.
  • Pour over cornmeal.
  • Place pan on a baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until center is almost set.
  • Cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes.
  • Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool for 1 hour.
  • NOTE: top of cheesecake may crack.
  • Refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove sides of pan.
  • Spread sour cream over top and sides of cheesecake.
  • Arrange olives, onions, tomatoes and jalapeno slices on top in a circular motion.
  • I do tomatoes on the outer edge, then green onion, jalapeno, then scatter black olives randomly, within the circle.
  • Serve with assorted crackers.

THE MIDWEST DEVIL
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a weeknight dessert. It's always a hit!


Mahnoor Qureshi
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I used a dairy-free cream cheese in this recipe. It turned out great! My non-dairy friends and family loved it too.


Fredrick Leizor
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I made a few changes to the recipe, like using a graham cracker crust instead of a tortilla crust. It turned out great!


Abhishek Ganesh
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The cheesecake was delicious, but the taco filling was a bit bland. I would have liked it more if the filling had more spices.


Marcus Brewer
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory filling, like a chili or enchilada filling.


Julie Halabi
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but I was pleasantly surprised by this recipe. The taco filling was delicious and the cheesecake was creamy and smooth. I would definitely make this again.


Darienna Hosteen
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This cheesecake is definitely not for the faint of heart. It's rich, decadent, and full of flavor. I would recommend it to anyone who loves cheesecake and Mexican food.


Malok Waqar
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I loved the idea of this recipe, but I found it to be a bit too time-consuming. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


Bldhan Modu
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cheesecake didn't set properly. It was still delicious, but it was more like a mousse than a cheesecake.


victor pam
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I ended up making a few mistakes, and the cheesecake didn't turn out as well as I had hoped.


Shaun De mink
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I love the unique flavor combination of this cheesecake. The taco filling is savory and flavorful, and the cheesecake is creamy and decadent. The two flavors go together perfectly.


Mostofa Kamal The Boss
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've made it for potlucks, parties, and even just for a weeknight dessert. It's always a hit!


Grace Elks
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I'm allergic to dairy, so I used a dairy-free cream cheese in this recipe. It turned out great! My non-dairy friends and family loved it too.


Junaid Ji
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover taco meat. I made a few changes to the recipe, like using a graham cracker crust instead of a tortilla crust. It turned out great!


Mishqah Baatjies
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The cheesecake was delicious, but the taco filling was a bit bland. I would have liked it more if the filling had more spices.


joh ze
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This cheesecake was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I would have preferred it with a more savory filling, like a chili or enchilada filling.


Nigah Hussain
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I'm not a big fan of cheesecake, but this one is an exception. The taco filling is so flavorful that it balances out the sweetness of the cheesecake. I would definitely make this again.


gerald maina
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This recipe was easy to follow and the cheesecake turned out perfect. I used ground turkey in the taco filling to make it a bit healthier. My family loved it!


Sharimo Sharifu
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I was skeptical at first, but this cheesecake is amazing! The taco filling is savory and flavorful, and the cheesecake is creamy and decadent. The two flavors go together perfectly.


Ndulu Classic
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This was a hit at my Cinco de Mayo party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of the taco filling with the sweet cheesecake. I'll definitely be making this again.


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