Savory Edam Cheese

Directions

1. 1
   Let cheese stand at room temperature until it is soft- about an hour.
2. 2
   Remove a slice about an inch thick from the top.
3. 3
   With a spoon, scoop out cheese from slice and from larger part, keeping red shell intact.
4. 4
   Discard top, refrigerate shell.
5. 5
   Grate scooped-out cheese on fine grater into medium bowl.
6. 6
   Let stand until very soft.
7. 7
   Add beer,butter,caraway seed,mustard, and celery salt; mix until well blended.
8. 8
   Fill cheese shell with cheese mixture,mounding high.
9. 9
   To store: Wrap cheese in plastic wrap and then foil.
10. 10
    Can be stored in the refrigerator for several weeks.
11. 11
    To serve: Let stand at room temperature until soft enough to spread.