Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. shredded process Gruyere or process Swiss cheese (6 oz.)
  • 1 c. shredded Gouda cheese (4 oz.)
  • 1 Tbsp. snipped fresh oregano or basil (or 1 tsp. dried oregano or basil, crushed)
  • 2 tsp. Dijon-style mustard
  • 1 tsp. white wine Worcestershire sauce
  • several dashes bottled hot pepper sauce
  • pimiento slices (optional)
  • fresh oregano sprigs (optional)
  • 12 (1/2 inch thick) slices French bread, toasted

Method

  • In a small mixing bowl or food processor bowl combine cheeses; let stand to soften.
  • Add snipped oregano, mustard, white wine, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce.
  • Beat with an electric mixer on low speed or cover food processor bowl and process until well combined.
  • (Mixture will be crumbly.)
  • Form mixture into a ball.
  • Shape into a 4 1/2-inch round about 1 inch high.
  • Wrap in clear plastic wrap and chill several hours or overnight