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Walnut Cheese Ball

Source of Recipe


California Walnuts






List of Ingredients



• 3 cups shredded old white Cheddar cheese
  
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
  
• 1 clove garlic, minced
  
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
  
• 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  
• 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
  
• 1 Tbsp port or sherry, optional
  
• 1/2 to 3/4 cup toasted walnut pieces
  






Instructions



1. In food processor, combine all ingredients except walnuts. Pulse until mixture is smooth. Remove to medium bowl; cover and chill until slightly firm.
   
   
2. Shape mixture into a 5-inch ball or roll into a 7x2-inch log. Roll in toasted walnuts to coat evenly. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill until firm.
   
   Allow to warm to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. (May be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.)
   
   Serve with assorted crackers, melba toast or crudites.
   
   Makes 1 ball or log.