Smoky Cheese Ball

This nut-coated cheese spread is easy to serve. Just set it on a tray with crackers and let the guests help themselves.


Smoky Cheese Ball

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Servings: 56
Prep Time: 20 mins
Related Categories: Appetizers

 
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Ingredients
  • 8 ounce package cream cheese
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  • 2 cups
    shredded smoked cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or Gouda)
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  • 1/2 cup
    margarine or butter
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  • 2 tablespoons
    milk
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  • 2 teaspoons
    steak sauce
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  • 1 cup
    finely chopped pecans or walnuts, toasted
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    Assorted crackers
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Directions
1.
Combine cheeses and margarine or butter in a medium mixing bowl; bring to room temperature. Add milk and steak sauce; beat until fluffy. Cover and chill for 4 to 24 hours.
2.
Shape mixture into a ball. Roll in nuts. To travel to a picnic or pot-luck, cover and transport in an insulated cooler with ice packs. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 74, Total Fat 7 g, Cholesterol 13 mg, Sodium 72 mg, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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