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Show Klckpff Celebration Ready! Set! Hut!! Add a crunchy Zing to kickoff with the zesty taste of the Con Queso Jack and crispy tortilla chips. This cheesy dip can be made a day in advance and farmed V j, v i Y A VTiY f OK minutes before kickoff Con Queso Jack cup salsa !A r; f 4 ounces Pepper Jack cheese (1 cup shredded) teaspoon flour tablespoons minced cilantro 1 1-- 2 Heat salsa to boiling in small saucepan; reduce heat to low. In a separate bowl, toss cheese with flour; add to salsa and cook, stirring constantly, until melted. Stir in cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips. Makes 12 servings (2 tablespoons each). TIP: lA cup cooked lean ground beef and Vi teaspoon taco seasoning can be added to the cheese mixture for a heartier dip. Halftime Flair Keep the excitement going at halftime by serving the ultimate halftime sandwich. The delicious will satisfy all sports fans. This sandwich can be prepared in minutes before or during halftime. an All-Americ- an loaf round bread, such as focaccia (about 12 ounces) V cup mild or hot giardiniera 1 (pepper relish) lettuce leaves 4 ounces thinly sliced ham 4 ounces thinly sliced salami 8 ounces sliced Colby Jack cheese Cut bread in half (horizontally); spoon about half the giardiniera on bottom of bread; top with lettuce, meat and cheese. Spoon remaining giardiniera over cheese; top with bread. Cut into four wedges. Makes 4 servings. Post-- ( ame ; Wrap-U- p Make the post-gam-e activities sweeter with a Cheddar Pear Tart. Tangy Cheddar cheese combined with juicy pears makes a delicious treat that will send your gathering into overtime, Cheddar Pear Tart J 1 1 ready-to-ba- ke pastry for pie 4 ounces medium Sharp Cheddar cheese (1 cup shredded), divided lh cup sugar, divided 2 tablespoons flour 2-- 3 large pears (peeled, cored, sliced) ground cinnamon Roll pastry to fit tart pan; ease into pan and trim. In a separate ' bowl, combine V cup cheese, f '4 cup sugar and flour; sprinkle on crust Arrange pears on top; ; sprinkle with cinnamon and remaining sugar, ! I ? n. I I f 1 'I Bake at 425 until pears are tender and crust browned, about ; 30 minutes; sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake minutes longer. 1 j 1- -2 ' f J Makes 8 to 10 servings. f hen summer turns into a warm memory and the colors of autumn decorate the trees, serious sports From college football to the world series, fall fans tune-ioffers the best variety of sporting events. And theres no better way to enjoy sports than with good friends and delicious food. Even the most devoted fans are occasionally challenged by the desire for something beyond the traditional fare of hot TIP: Use apples instead of pears If f f desired. dogs and hamburgers. Serving dishes featuring the variety and versatility of cheese will score touchdowns with any sports fan. Present these delectable new cheese recipes to get d fans fired up for the big game. Ideal for your watching the big screen at home or packing for a tailgate delights are fast and easy to prepare. party, these game-tim- e The hearty sandwich, made with Colby Jack ham and cheese, salami, pepper relish placed on a round die-har- bread, is convenient, can be made a day in advance and refrigerated until ready for serving. Guaranteed to score points, the Con Queso Jack combines the spicy taste of Pepper Jack cheese with salsa and cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips and your taste buds will cheer! This cheesy dip can also be made in advance. Complement any starting lineup with a mouthwatering Cheddar Pear Tart. This tart features a tempting combination of pears and shredded Cheddar cheese baked in a flaky pastry crust. Because these recipes require little prep time and few ingredients, they can be made minutes before kickoff or even during halftime. Whether at home watching a thrilling e score or at the park watching soccer, cheese most and offers great new tastes, variety, versatility importantly - time to enjoy the game. last-minu- te pee-we- More Cjreat Recipes More quick and delicious recipes are available m the new Pair It With Cheese Idea Deck. This deck consists of 38 cards that provide mouthwatering recipes that require few ingredients and are a cinch to prepare. The deck also offers a number of serving suggestions and cooking tips. To order the deck, please send name and mailing address, plus $3 00 (check or money order made out to Pair It With Cheese Idea Deck) to: Pair It ith Cheese Idea Deck American Dairy Association PO. Box 8645 Y Prospect Heights, EL 60070-864- 5 The offer expires Dec 31, 1996 or hile supplies last |