1 lb. sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
2 c. chopped pecans
3/4 c. mayonnaise
1 medium onion, grated
1 clove garlic, pressed
1/2 tsp. Tabasco
1 c. strawberry preserves

Combine all ingredients, except preserves. Mix well. Chill. Mold into ring. Serve with strawberry preserves in center of ring and crackers around ring.