A classic Southern cheese ring made with sharp cheddar, nuts, and a creamy base, perfect for entertaining.
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Calories: 269kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- rubber spatula
- 5-cup ring mold
Ingredients
- 1 lb sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 small onion, grated
- 1 dash cayenne pepper
- black pepper, to taste
- 6 oz strawberry preserves (optional)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except preserves in a mixing bowl.
- Press mixture evenly into a greased 5-cup ring mold.
- Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 5 hours or overnight.
- Invert onto a serving platter and release the mold.
- Fill center with strawberry preserves if desired and serve.
Notes
Chill fully for clean unmolding. Strawberry preserves add a traditional sweet contrast.
Nutrition
Calories: 269kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 12IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 4mg