Ingredients
- 1 pound sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 12 ounces strawberry preserves (small jar) or red pepper jelly
Instructions
- Lightly toast the pecans in the oven at 350 degrees or in a dry skillet over medium heat. Let cool. Set aside 2 tablespoons of pecans for garnish.
- Grate the cheese with a box grater or food processor.
- Put all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until thoroughly combined.
- Turn the mixture out onto a board or serving plate. Using your hands, shape into a ring. Refrigerate for 2 hours i if possible. Place preserves in the center of the ring. Sprinkle with the reserved pecans.
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Serve with assorted crackers.May be made ahead and refrigerated. Keeps well for a few days in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.
