Classic Cheese Ball
This Classic Cheese Ball is a delicious, creamy blend of cheeses and spices, perfect for gatherings.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- rubber spatula
- plate
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese avoid pre-shredded cheese
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- dash freshly ground black pepper
- ⅔ cup pecans finely chopped
Instructions
- Place cream cheese in a mixing bowl then mix until smooth. Add cheese, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, parsley, garlic powder, oregano, and pepper then mix well to combine.
- Use a rubber spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl and gather the mixture into one lump. Lightly grease your hands and form the mixture into a round ball.
- Place the pecans on a plate. Hold the cheese ball in one hand and use the other hand to scoop the pecans onto the outside of the ball, pressing them in gently and turning the ball to coat all sides.
- Cover the cheeseball in cling wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour to allow it to firm up. Remove from fridge about 20 minutes before serving to allow it to soften just slightly. Serve with crackers, pretzels, vegetables or anything else you'd love to dip in cheese!
Notes
*Use a spreading knife to serve the cheeseball. Regular or low fat cream cheese will work fine. My personal preference for this recipe is sharp cheddar, grated from a block. Nuts can be substituted or omitted if desired.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cheese ball sliceCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 29mgSodium: 129mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 0.4mgCalcium: 89mgIron: 0.2mg
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