Smoky Cheese Ring

Directions

1. 1
   Line 8 inch pie pan with plastic wrap.
2. 2
   Set 6 ounce custard cup upside down in center.
3. 3
   In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, Gouda cheese and mayonnaise; mix until well blended.
4. 4
   Stir in dried beef and onions.
5. 5
   Spoon cheese mixture into pie pan around custard cup, smoothing and packing firmly with rubber spatula.
6. 6
   Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
7. 7
   Refrigerate several hours or until firm.
8. 8
   To serve, uncover ring; turn upside down onto serving plate.
9. 9
   Remove plastic wrap and custard cup.
10. 10
    Cover top of ring with parsley, pressing in lightly.
11. 11
    Garnish with pimiento pieces.
12. 12
    Serve with crackers.