Holiday Cheeseballs

Instead of the old stand-by meat and cheese tray this year why not whip together a beautiful cheese ball to display on your appetizer table? They are simple to create, delicious and there are a variety of flavors you can make for any occasion!

I’ve included a few of my favorite recipes to get you started…but as always I encourage you to tailor to your families taste.

The Traditional Cheeseball

8 oz cream cheese, softened

4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded

2 oz green onions, rinsed and finely chopped

2 Tbsp onion, finely chopped

1 tsp garlic, minced

3 dashes Worcestershire sauce

4 oz pecans, finely chopped

 

 

The Luau Cheeseball

 

8 oz cream cheese, softened

4 oz crushed pineapple (drained)

1 bunch green onions, finely chopped

½ Tbsp Pleasoning (seasoning salt)

4 oz pecans, finely chopped

 

 

The Christmas Cheeseball

8 oz cream cheese, softened

4 oz cheddar cheese, finely shredded

2 oz dried cranberries, chopped

2 oz raisins, chopped

2 oz red onions, finely chopped

1 tsp seasoning salt

4 oz walnuts, finely chopped

 

 

The Harvest Cheeseball

 

8 oz cream cheese, softened

4 oz cheddar cheese, finely shredded

½ med red bell pepper, finely chopped

1 clove garlic minced

1 tsp seasoning salt

Whole almonds to form pinecone design

 

Instructions:

 

Take all ingredients and combine well.

Shape to desired form (be creative!) the standard ball, a wreath, pinecone, carrot, ect….

Roll in chopped nuts

Wrap in plastic.

Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving to set.