Classic Cheddar Cheese Ball - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Preparation

Process all the ingredients (except the almonds) in a food processor until smooth, scraping down the sides as necessary, about1 minute.
Transfer the cheese mixture to the center of a large sheet of plastic wrap.
Seal the cheese in the wrap and shape into a rough ball (the mixture will be somewhat loose).
Refrigerate until firm, about 3 hours (the cheese ball can be refrigerated for up to2 days).
Once the cheese ball is firm, reshape it as necessary into a smooth sphere.
Unwrap the cheese ball and roll it in the almonds.
Let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
Serve with your favorite crackers.