Raspberry Cheese Torte

This is one of the houston chronicle's most requested recipes and is originally from melange catering. I've served this numerous times over the years and have always gotten many compliments on it. Cook time is chill time.

Steps

Place grated cheese in a large bowl and let stand at room temperature until soft and slightly oily.

Stir in onions , pecans , cayenne , mayonnaise0t and pepper sauce.

Knead with hands until well blended.

Line a 10 inch pan with plastic wrap.

Press cheese mixture firmly into pan.

Cover top with additional plastic wrap and press mixture again to mold firmly.

Refrigerate at least 4 hours , or until cheese is firm again.

To serve , unmold torte onto onto serving dish , spread top with preserves , garnish with fresh raspberries and serve with assorted crackers.

The torte can be made ahead , but preserves should not be spread on top more than 1 hour before serving.

Ingredients

cheddar cheese, onion, pecans, cayenne pepper, mayonnaise, tabasco sauce, raspberry preserves, fresh raspberry, cracker