Ingredients

• 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

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. 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.
3. Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool completely.
4. Pour confectioners' sugar into a shallow bowl; roll cooled cheese balls in sugar to coat completely.