Cheddar Pecan Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves
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4.8
Cheddar Pecan Cheese Ring with Strawberry Preserves
Description
This recipe requires freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese combined with chopped toasted pecans, mayonnaise, finely grated onion, black and cayenne pepper. The mixture is worked together by hand and shaped into a ring on a serving plate or board. The ring is garnished with reserved toasted pecans on top and filled in the center with strawberry preserves from a small jar. Toasting the pecans enhances their nuttiness and texture, providing a crisp contrast to the creamy cheese mixture.
The ring can be made ahead and refrigerated to allow it to firm up, improving the ease of slicing and serving. It is recommended to bring the cheese ring to room temperature before serving to soften the texture and better distribute flavors. This cheese ring pairs well with assorted crackers as a finger food appetizer for gatherings or parties.
Using freshly grated cheese is important since pre-shredded cheeses often contain coatings that inhibit the mixture from binding properly. Regular mayonnaise contributes to the desired creaminess and binding quality.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cheddar cheese sharp
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons onion finely grated
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper ground
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 12 ounces Strawberry Preserves (small jar)
Instructions
- Lightly toast the pecans in the oven at 350 degrees or in a dry skillet over medium heat. Let cool. Set aside 2 tablespoons of pecans for garnish.
- Grate the cheese with a box grater or food processor. Finely grate the onion.
- Put all ingredients (except strawberry preserves) in a medium mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until thoroughly combined.
- Turn the mixture out onto a board or serving plate. Using your hands, shape into a ring. Place preserves in the center of the ring. Sprinkle with the reserved pecans.
- Serve with assorted crackers.May be made ahead and refrigerated. Keeps well for a few days in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- Use freshly grated cheddar cheese rather than pre-shredded for proper binding.
- Toast pecans before mixing to enhance flavor and texture; reserve some for garnish.
- Refrigerate the ring for several hours before serving to firm it up.
- Serve at room temperature for best texture and flavor distribution.
- Pairs well with assorted crackers as an appetizer.
- Freezing is not recommended for this cheese ring.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 203 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 203kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 26mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 62mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 243IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 172mg | 17% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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