1 lb. grated cheddar cheese
1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 (8 oz.) pkgs. softened cream cheese
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 c. brandy or dry wine

Let grated cheese stand at room temperature for half an hour. Beat in cream cheese and remaining ingredients, mixing very well. Shape mixture into ball and roll in nuts.

Suggestion: It may be practical to divide mixture and make two smaller balls.