[texasflower]

The Todd family cherished this recipe as it was was one of President Lincoln’s favorites.

So often we forget about food as being part of our history, I think.

It would be fun to make this cake on Lincoln's birthday.

[kcvl]

I really don't understand this one AT ALL!


Rosalynn Carter's Plains Cheese Ring



1lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, finely grated
1C. mayonnaise
1C. chopped pecans
1/2 C. finely chopped onion
6 twists freshly-ground black pepper
Dash of cayenne pepper
1 (12 oz.) jar strawberry preserves
Whole-grain crackers or Melba toast

Recipe


Combine cheese with mayonnaise, chopped nuts and onions. Mix in black pepper and cayenne, and blend thoroughly. Press into 3-cup ring mold. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

To serve, dip mold into a pan of hot water for 15 to 20 seconds before turning out onto a serving platter. Fill center with strawberry preserves and serve at once with whole-grain crackers or Melba toast.

Serves 6 to 8.