*Cheddar and Ale Cheese Ball

This is the recipe I always use during the holidays. Be sure to use Extra Sharp Cheddar cheese, otherwise it tastes quite bland.

3/8 pounds (6 oz.) shredded EXTRA Sharp Cheddar
1 ounces cream cheese
1/6 c. good ale or beer
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
1/16 tsp. crushed red pepper

Beat together the cheeses. Gradually beat in the ale and spices. Refrigerate until firm.

When ready to use, form the cheese mixture into a ball and roll in a mixture of:

1/4 c. chopped walnuts or slivered almonds
1/4 c. chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Makes 1 small cheese ball