APPLE CHEESE SPREAD

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 medium-size peeled cored apple
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tsp. lemon thyme or other lemon herb--lemon basil, lemon verbena

In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and lemon juice.

Grate the apple into cheese mixture. Add in the pepper and herbs. Mix well and chill.

Use on bagels, toast, crackers or apple slices.

Makes 2 1/2 cups