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Cheese Ball

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Sam Jones/Quinn Brein
Written By: The Old Farmer’s Almanac Editors The Almanac Editors and Staff
Yield
Makes 1 large ball or 2 small ones
Category
Dips and Spreads
Meatless
Course
Appetizers
Preparation Method
No Cook
Sources
Best Recipes from New England Inns

No holiday party is complete without a cheese ball! Serve with crackers, veggie sticks, or pita chips and this creamy appetizer will disappear before your eyes. Note: The ball tastes even better when made a day ahead.

Ingredients
16 ounces (2 packages) cream cheese, softened
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire
1 tablespoon finely minced pimiento
1 tablespoon grated onion
1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper
finely chopped walnuts

Instructions

In a bowl, combine all ingredients except walnuts. Put into freezer for 20 minutes. Remove, shape into a ball, and roll in chopped walnuts. Wrap in plastic wrap and put in refrigerator until ready to use.

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