Cheesy Vegetable Spread

1 c Shredded Farmer Cheese(4 oz)

3 tb Plain Yogurt

1 ts Lemon juice

1 ts Soy sauce

1/4 c Chopped Apple

1/4 c Chopped Carrot

2 tb Finely chopped Celery

2 tb Chopped Pecans

2 tb Currants

1 tb Toasted Wheat germ

1/2 ts Curry powder

In food processor, process cheese, yogurt, lemon juice, and soy sauce until smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients. Use as a spread on crackers, whole wheat bread, or pita crisps, or stuffed into pita pockets. Makes 1 1/2 cups Variations: - substitute shredded Cheddar for the farmer cheese ~ mayonnaise may be substituted for the yogurt ~ Chop veggies small, spread mixture on split pitas, and place under preheated broiler for about 3 minutes - serve as accompaniment to soups or salads ~ use as a sandwich spread Spread may be made in advance, and refrigerated 3-4

days.