Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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     1/2  cup           Dried apricots
   1      teaspoon      Poppy seed (optional)
   1      pound         Monterey Jack cheese -- shred
     1/2  teaspoon      Seasoned salt
     1/3  cup           Golden raisins
   8      ounces        Cream cheese -- softened
     1/3  cup           Dates -- chopped
     1/3  cup           Dry sherry
                        Walnuts -- chopped
                        Cherries -- grapes for garnish

Preparation:

Soak apricots in 1 c water for 2 hours. Drain and chop. Blend cheeses. Add remaining ingredients, fruits last, mixing thoroughly in between. Turn out onto sheet of foil and shape into 9" log or 2 large balls. Wrap securely and chill until firm. Roll in chopped nuts, cover again in foil and refrigerate 24 hours before serving (may be frozen). Garnish.