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CB: Walnut-Date Cheese Ball

Source of Recipe

Breakfast at Nine, Tea at Four by Sue Carroll


List of Ingredients

2/3 cup chopped dates
8 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces
8 ounces softened cream cheese, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons rum
2/3 cup coarsely chopped walnuts



Recipe

In a food processor, combine the dates, Cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and rum and process for 1 minute.
Form into a ball and refrigerate for several hours.
Press the walnuts onto the top and sides of the cheese ball. Serve with crackers and apple and pear slices.

YIELD: 2 Cups

NOTE: This can be refrigerated, in a tightly sealed container, for up to 2 weeks.