Cheddar Cheese Ball

By LittleValley

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds extra-sharp cheddar, shredded
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/3 cup dry sherry
• 1 1/4 teaspoons coarse salt
• Pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1/3 cup poppy seeds

Preparation

Step 1

1.   Process all ingredients except poppy seeds in a food processor until smooth. Transfer to a large bowl lined with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.
 

2.   Unmold onto a plate. Press poppy seeds evenly over surface, rounding top. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to 2 days.