Martha’s Cheese Ball
Description
A bold, garlicky cheese ball with a kick — cheddar and cream cheese blended together with minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and chopped nuts, then rolled into a ball and coated in sesame seeds or more chopped nuts. A classic make-ahead party appetizer that pairs perfectly with crackers.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Blend cheddar cheese and cream cheese together until smooth.
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Add minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and chopped nuts. Mix well.
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Roll the mixture into a ball.
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Coat the outside with sesame seeds or additional chopped nuts.
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Refrigerate until firm.
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Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 20
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Cholesterol 30mg10%
- Sodium 170mg8%
- Total Carbohydrate 2g1%
- Sugars 1g
- Protein 6g12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Chill the cheese ball for at least an hour before serving — this firms it up and makes it much easier to slice or spread.
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