Cookin’ with THE CHRONICLE

This spread is so easy and fast that anybody can do it. It’s a nice treat to take as an appetizer to any party or to have at home when friends stop by.

Chutney Spread

1 pkg. (8-oz.) cream cheese, softened 1 jar (9-oz.) chutney ½ cup chopped green onions with tops ½ cup coarsely chopped, dry-roased peanuts ½ cup flaked coconut

candied cherry wedges

Spread cream cheese into 7 ½-inch-diameter circle on a serving plate. Spread chutney over cream cheese, then top with rings of green onion and peanuts. Sprinkle coconut in the center. Arrange candied cherry wedges like a flower on coconut.

Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 1 hour. Serve with crackers or toast. Cut with cookie cutters for a unique spread. Yield: 1 (7 ½-inch) cheese round.