Makes 2-1/3 cups
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 package cream cheese (8 ounes)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup pecans, coarsely chopped
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
Bring cheddar cheese and cream cheese to room temperature. In medium mixing bowl beat the cheeses, sour cream, mustard and onion powder with an electric mixture on medium speed until well combined. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Shape the cheese mixture into a ball and coat with chopped pecans. Transfer to server and arrange pecan halves around the base.