Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 jar

English cheddar cheese

1 jar

blue cheese

2 unit

cream cheese

2 tsp

grated onion

grated

2 tsp

Worcestershire sauce

0.5 cup

walnuts

minced

Step 1
~3 min

Combine English cheddar cheese, blue cheese, and cream cheese in a large bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Add grated onion and Worcestershire sauce to the cheese mixture.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix all ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the bowl and chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the chilled cheese mixture from the refrigerator.

Step 6
~3 min

Shape the cheese mixture into a ball.

Step 7
~3 min

If desired, finely mince walnuts and roll the cheese ball in the minced walnuts to coat it completely.

Step 8
~3 min

Alternatively, store the cheese ball in a crock without nuts.

Step 9
~3 min

Serve the cheese ball with onion melba rounds or crackers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a smoother cheese ball, let the cream cheese soften at room temperature before mixing.

Adjust the amount of onion and Worcestershire sauce to your taste.

Add a pinch of garlic powder for extra flavor.

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
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with assorted crackers.

Serve with sliced vegetables.

Serve with onion melba rounds.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crackers
Celery sticks
Carrot sticks
Grapes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer for parties and holidays.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
New Year's Eve
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Party
Holiday
Game Day

Popularity Score

65/100

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