Strawberry and Cheese Spread

Why not have crackers and a cheese spread as the main dish in the lunch box? No really, hear me out.

A Grilled Cheese Sandwich is simply bread and cheese and it works.

Crackers = Bread

Cheese Spread= Cheese slice

See?

This is inspired by a Southern Living recipe.

Strawberry and Cheese Spread

• 8 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup diced onion
• a dash of salt and pepper
• 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 cup walnuts, toasted
• Strawberry Jam (I used Smucker's Simply Fruit)
• Crackers (I used Kashi's Stoneground 7 grain party crackers)

Stir together cheese, mayo, onion and spices, until incorporated. Then add walnuts. Spread a thin layer of cheese spread in individual container and top with a couple of spoonfuls of strawberry jam.

Or....

If you dare, make this into a sandwich using a bagel. It may not be the prettiest, but it is mighty tasty!