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Lone Star Cheese Ball
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 20 Minutes
Servings: 16
This strikingly orange appetizer has the perfect amount of spice and crunch. Sprinkle cilantro on top for a nice accent. —Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California
Ingredients:
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup chopped green chilies
1/2 cup baked nacho-flavored tortilla chips, crushed
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
tortilla chips
Directions:
1. In a food processor, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process until blended. Stir in chilies. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. Shape into a ball. Combine crushed tortilla chips and cilantro; roll cheese ball in chip mixture. Serve with tortilla chips. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 2 cups.
By RecipeOfHealth.com