Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves and Ritz Crackers

1 lb. grated cheddar cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 small grated onion
1 cup chopped pecans
Cayenne pepper to taste


Bring grated cheese to room temperature so it will blend better. You can use the packaged grated cheese; however, I prefer to grate my own as it seems to blend better and lend a finer texture. Mix with the remaining ingredients. Pour into an ice ring mold and refrigerate for about 8 hours. Can be frozen. When ready to serve, invert onto serving tray and pour a jar of strawberry preserves in the center. Serve with Ritz crackers.

--Sandra T.