Raspberry Cheese Ring

This appetizer can be made low fat and still taste great. The nuts and the jalapeño raspberry make it slightly different than other versions and I like the additions.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 1  lb cheddar cheese (grated, sharp)
• 1  cup mayonnaise
• 1  small onion (grated)
• 1  cup  nuts, finely chopped (I use pecans)
• 1  dash cayenne
•  black pepper
•  raspberry preserves (I prefer a fiery jalepeno raspberry ambrosia by Praire Thyme)

Directions

1. Mix cheese, nuts, mayonnaise and onion until well blended in a bowl.
2. Stir in cayenne and black pepper to taste.
3. Can be chilled overnight or served.
4. I spread it around the outside of a platter and leave a space in the center to pour the preserves into.
5. Serve with wheat crackers. I personally prefer Triscuits.