GARLIC CHEESE ROLL

1 1/2 pounds sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 pound processed cheese (like Velveeta)
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
Garlic powder, to taste
Chili powder

Grate Cheddar and processed cheese into a bowl. Mix in cream cheese. Add pecans, seasoning salt and garlic powder.

When well blended, divide into four mounds. Roll each into a cylinder about 2 inches in diameter and 3 inches long. Roll each cylinder in chili powder.

Refrigerate several hours before serving.

TO SERVE:
Slice 1/4-inch thick and serve with crackers.

Serves 10 to 12
From: Doris Sturges of Mount Pleasant, TX
Source: The American Profile, December 17, 2006