- 1 pound shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 pound margarine, softened
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup toasted chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 (16 ounce) package confectioners' sugar
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Mix Cheddar cheese and margarine together in a large bowl until well-combined. Add flour, pecans, and salt; stir until dough is well-mixed. Roll into 1- to 2-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool completely.
- Pour confectioners' sugar into a shallow bowl; roll cooled cheese balls in sugar to coat completely.