Ingredients
- Goat Cheese (chèvre): 8 ounces (softened)
- Cream Cheese: 4 ounces (softened)
- Turkey Beef Bacon (de dinde): 6 strips (cooked crispy and crumbled)
- Chopped Pecans: 1/2 cup (lightly toasted)
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
- Green Onions (chives): 1/4 cup (thinly sliced)
- Worcestershire Sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic Powder: 1/2 teaspoon
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook the turkey beef bacon until very crisp. Drain well and crumble. Reserve 1/4 cup of the crumbled beef bacon and all of the toasted pecans for the final coating mixture.
- Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Use a hand mixer or spatula to blend until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
- Step 3: Gently fold in the majority of the crumbled turkey beef bacon (leaving the reserved portion) and the thinly sliced green onions until the mix-ins are evenly distributed throughout the cheese base.
- Step 4: Lay out a large sheet of plastic wrap on your counter. Spoon the entire cheese mixture onto the center of the plastic wrap, then use the wrap to shape the mixture into a compact, 6 to 8-inch log. Twist the ends tightly to seal and place the log in the refrigerator for a minimum of 2 hours, or until it is firm enough to handle.
- Step 5: Just before serving, combine the reserved crumbled turkey turkey bacon and the toasted pecans on a shallow plate. Unwrap the chilled log and roll it gently through the coating mixture, pressing lightly until the entire surface is covered.
- Step 6: Serve the "Million Dollar" log immediately with sturdy crackers, slices of baguette, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Store any leftovers tightly wrapped in plastic in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; for best texture, always coat the log just before serving, not beforehand.
- Do not attempt to reheat this appetizer; the creamy cheese base is intended to be served cold, as the warming process would cause it to melt and separate.
- Elevate the flavor profile by pairing the rich log with something acidic and sweet, such as sliced Granny Smith apples or a drizzle of hot honey over the crackers.
- Ensure both the goat cheese and cream cheese are fully softened to room temperature before mixing, which is crucial for achieving the perfectly smooth, lump-free Million Dollar texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American