The perfect snack for the annual Super Bowl party; try this simple cheese ball recipe and pair it with crackers, pita chips or your favorite veggies for a savory treat!
Total time: 25 minutes
Yields: 2 cheese balls
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz. sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ cup green bell pepper, minced
- 4 scallions, minced
- 2 Tb. fresh lemon juice (about 1 small lemon)
- 1 Tb. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 Tb. garlic powder
- 1 cup pecans, chopped for rolling
Directions:
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Mash together cream cheese, cheddar cheese, bell pepper, scallions, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder in a large bowl. Once well mixed and mashed, taste and add ingredients to your preference.
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Spread pecans onto a cutting board or clean surface. Split the cheese ball mixture into two chunks and mold each into a ball, then roll them in the pecans to coat thoroughly.
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Serve immediately or wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for later!
Pro-Tip: For a Super Bowl party hack, shape your cheese ball like a football and use string cheese pieces to mimic the laces!
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