In a large bowl, mix cheese, mayonnaise, onion, garlic and pepper sauce.
Spoon firmly into a greased 3- to 3-1/2-cup ring mold. Unmold onto a serving plate. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving, if desired.
Fill center with raspberry preserves or orange marmalade or fresh salad greens and fresh herbs, if desired. Serve spread and preserves with crackers or party rye bread.
