Curried Chutney Spread on Crisp Apple Slices

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Curried Chutney Spread on Crisp Apple Slices

 

8 ounces cream cheese or Neufchatel cheese

2 tablespoons milk

1 teaspoon Indian-style curry paste

2 tablespoons chunky fruit chutney

1/3 cup pecan halves, toasted and coarsely chopped

3 to 4 Gala apples

1 tablespoon lemon juice

 

Combine cream cheese or Neufchatel cheese, milk and curry paste in mixing bowl

and blend until smooth, Stir in chutney, breaking up larger pieces, and ¼ cup

pecans. Place in serving dish and garnish with remaining pecans.

Core apples and cut into thin, lengthwise slices. Drop slices into bowl, add

water to cover and stir in lemon juice. Cover and refrigerate until serving

time.

Drain and dry apple slices. Serve with spread.