Garlic Cheese Spread

Directions

1. 1
   Chop garlic.
2. 2
   Add to 1/4 cup of water in a small saucepan.
3. 3
   Cook until reduced to 2 tablespoons of liquid.
4. 4
   Beat cheeses together.
5. 5
   Add garlic mixture and salt, if desired.
6. 6
   In a double layer of cheesecloth, put sage leaves in a decorative pattern in the center.
7. 7
   Sprinkle nuts on top.
8. 8
   Put cheese mixture on top of nuts.
9. 9
   Gather cheesecloth and form a ball.
10. 10
    Tie together.
11. 11
    Put the cheeseball in a strainer over a dish and let sit in the refrigerator overnight to drain.
12. 12
    Unwrap and serve with crackers or toasts.