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Martha’s Cheese Ball

Prep Time 15 mins
Rest Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 20
Calories: 120
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Holidays
Dietary: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
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
  • 1 lb. Cheddar cheese, grated
  • 8 oz. Cream cheese
  • 2 pods Garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. Cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 Cups Nuts, chopped
  • Sesame seeds or chopped nuts, for coating
Instructions
  1. 1
    Blend cheddar cheese and cream cheese together until smooth.
  2. 2
    Add minced garlic, cayenne pepper, and chopped nuts. Mix well.
  3. 3
    Roll the mixture into a ball.
  4. 4
    Coat the outside with sesame seeds or additional chopped nuts.
  5. 5
    Refrigerate until firm.
  6. 6
    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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