Strawberry-Cheese Horseshoe

By pengnev

Appetizer

Ingredients

• 1 (1lb.) block sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 c. mayo
• 1/2 c. chopped onion
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. pepper
• 1/4 to 1/2 tsp. ground red pepper
• 1 c. chopped pecans, toasted
• 1 (12 ounce) jar strawberry preserves

Preparation

Step 1

Beat first 6 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until blended; stir in pecans. Shape mix into a horseshoe shape, or spoon into a 5-cup mold. Cover and chill 8 hrs.
Spoon preserves over cheese mix & serve immediately with crackers or bread rounds.


NOTE: Cheese mix may be prepared up to 2 days ahead