Mamaw's Cheese Ball

During the holidays, we all ask Mamaw to make this deliciously different cheese ball. Creating a ring filled with preserves is a surprising and elegant, not to mention very tasty option - savory and sweet together

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 1 ball or log

Ingredients

• 1  lb  shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese
• 2  tablespoons  finely chopped onions
• 2  tablespoons  finely chopped green bell peppers or 2  tablespoons red bell peppers
• 1  tablespoon diced pimento
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 1  tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1  dash salt
•  hot sauce

Directions

1. Mix all ingredients together and form into a ball.
2. Serving options for buffet table: Roll in chopped pecans.
3. Shape into a ring and fill ring with raspberry or strawberry preserves.
4. Shape into a log and sprinkle with parsley and paprika.
5. Serve with assorted crackers.