Several years back this was my go to cheese ball for holiday parties and neighbor gift giving. I grew tired of the same old thing and tried new things over the years. This year I decided that it was time to go back to the favorite one! BUT…..I could not find my stinking recipe!
Can you relate? I searched the Internet until I found one that sounded just like our favorite. It tastes just like it! Score!!! I made a double batch of these today. Each batch easily divides into 2 balls. I have 3 to give to neighbors with crackers and wine for Christmas and 1 to keep for our holiday dinner.
It is not to late to whip one of these up! I am sure most if not all of the ingredients you may already have on hand. I have frozen in the past as well!
Ingredients:
2 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
1/2 lb. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons grated onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon season salt
1/4 teaspoon salt
2.25 ounce can of deviled ham
2 teaspoons parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons pimientos, chopped
2/3 cup finely chopped pecans
Directions:
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Combine all ingredients except pecans
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Form into 2 balls.
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Roll balls in pecans until covered.
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Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for at least 3 hours.
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Serve with crackers.
I combine the ingredients in my food processor except the pecans. Makes the job much faster. I make 1 batch at a time.
This makes an excellent gift for gift giving! I deliver it on a pretty holiday tray with with a couple of sleeves of crackers and a bottle of wine.
Merry Christmas Y'all!
Christy
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Christy, I used to make something similar to but have not made one in years. This sounds really good! xo Diana
Thanks, Diana! Think I’ll have to make again for football this weekend! My son loves it!!! Happy New Year, sweet friend!