Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
24 unit

cream cheese

room temperature

1 unit

cheddar cheese

grated

0.5 unit

onion

grated

1 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

seasoned salt

1 unit

sour cream

0.25 cup

Worcestershire sauce

1 unit

walnuts

chopped

1 unit

dried parsley flakes

1 unit

candied cherries

1 unit

walnut halves

Step 1
~3 min

In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated cheddar cheese, grated onion, garlic powder, seasoned salt, sour cream, and Worcestershire sauce.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 3
~3 min

Spread chopped walnuts on a cookie sheet or tupperware lid.

Step 4
~3 min

Sprinkle dried parsley flakes over the walnuts.

Step 5
~3 min

Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.

Step 6
~3 min

Roll the cheese ball in the walnut mixture, ensuring it's completely coated.

Step 7
~3 min

Add more nuts and parsley flakes as needed to fully cover the cheese ball.

Step 8
~3 min

Decorate with candied cherries or walnut halves, if desired.

Step 9
~3 min

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the cheese ball to firm up before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for a firmer texture.

Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crackers, celery sticks, or grapes.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crackers
Vegetables
Grapes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular party appetizer

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Super Bowl

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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