Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 2 (8 ounce) blocks monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
  • 16 ounces smoked cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 green onions, minced
  • 2 (4 1/2 ounce) canschopped green chilies, drained
  • 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
  • 14 cup hot jalapeno jelly
  • 14 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 large mangoes, peeled and diced
  • 2 large avocados, diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper, diced
  • 14 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Method

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Divide mixture into 2 equal portions; shape each into a 6-inch round.
  • Cover and chill 8 hours, or freeze up to 1 month; thaw in the refrigerator 8 hours.
  • Whisk together jelly and lime juice in a large bowl.
  • Add remaining ingredients, and stir until blended.
  • Cover and chill 8 hours.
  • Place cheese rounds on serving plates; top evenly with Avocado-Mango Salsa; serve with tortilla chips.
  • Note: Smoked Cheddar cheese may be found in the deli section of your grocery store.