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Cheese Ball

Cheese Ball

A perfect snack to serve at holiday gatherings, this pecan-coated cheese ball is a party favorite. Serve it with raw vegetables and crisp crackers.

Everyday Food, December 2003 http://www.marthastewart.com/338338/cheese-ball
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  • Prep Time 20 minutes
  • Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield Serves 16

Ingredients

    • 1 pound cream cheese, at room temperature
    • 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated (about 2 1/2 cups)
    • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
    • Ground pepper
    • 1 cup finely chopped pecans

Directions

  1. In a large bowl, with an electric mixer, beat cream cheese with cheddar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and a generous pinch of pepper until well combined. Mix in 1/4 cup pecans. Cover cheese mixture with plastic wrap, and chill at least 2 1/2 hours or up to overnight.
  2. Divide the cheese mixture in half, and shape each half into a ball. Spread remaining 3/4 cup pecans on a plate, and roll balls in pecans to coat completely, pressing nuts to adhere. Serve chilled.

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