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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 12 |
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Whenever I bring this zippy cheese ball to church functions, showers and parties, folks always ask for the recipe. A deliciously different appetizer, it makes even a plain plate of crackers seem festive. Ingredients:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened |
1/4 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese |
3 to 4 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro |
2 to 3 tablespoons grated onion |
1 tablespoon chili powder |
1 teaspoon dried minced garlic |
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt |
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano |
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes |
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin |
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce |
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley |
assorted crackers |
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese. Add the cheese, cilantro, onion, chili powder. garlic. garlic salt. oregano, red pepper flakes, cumin and hot pepper sauce. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Shape into a ball. Roll in parsley. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers. Yield: 1 cheese ball.
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