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cheese ring on a platter with jam in the center and crackers on the outside.
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Rosalynn Carter's Cheese Ring Recipe

Rosalynn Carter's Cheese Ring recipe is a staple at any Southern gathering. This classic appetizer is simple to make and tastes great.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 20 Servings
Calories 205kcal

Equipment

  • grater
  • Knife
  • paper towel or cheesecloth
  • small skillet or pan
  • serving platter

Ingredients

  • 1 pound sharp cheddar cheese in block form
  • 1 medium sized onion
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 cup mayonnaise

Instructions

  • Grate the cheese into a large bowl. Peel the onion and grate it onto a paper towel.
  • Gently wring or pat out any excess water.
  • Add it to the cheese. Add in the mayonnaise and the cayenne pepper.
  • In a small pan, toast the pecans over low heat for about 5 minutes.
  • Roughly chop into small pieces and add to the mixture and stir well until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Use a spatula to scoop the cheese in a ring shaped pattern onto a plate or cake stand.
  • Place in the refrigerator to chill for 2 hours.
  • Remove about 30 minutes before ready to serve and spoon your favorite preserves into the center of the ring.
  • Strawberry works wonderfully.
  • Pair with crackers, or even pretzels for a quick and easy appetizer!

Notes

Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and proportion sizes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 205kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 220mg | Potassium: 49mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 258IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 166mg | Iron: 0.2mg