Cheddar Cheese With Strawberry Preserves |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 180 Minutes |
Ready In: 195 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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An unexpected zing in this appetizer. Easy to prepare and beautiful to serve. Taken from the From Storebought to Homemade cookbook. Note: cooking time is refrigeration time. Ingredients:
1 (16 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, grated |
1 cup pecans, chopped |
1/2 cup light mayonnaise |
1/4 cup onion, minced |
1 garlic clove, minced |
1/2 teaspoon tabasco sauce |
1 cup strawberry preserves |
Directions:
1. Combine all the ingredients except the strawberry preserves.
2. Mix well and chill for 2 to 3 hours.
3. shape the mixture into a ball, or put it in an attractive serving dish.
4. Another serving option is to press the dip into a lightly greased ring mold.
5. If served as a cheese ball or spread, surround it with the strawberry preserves or put the preserves on the side.
6. If served as a mold, fill the center with the preserves.
7. Serve with crackers. Melba rounds or Triscuits are good choices for this dip.
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