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Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball Recipe

“This is one of our entertaining mainstays,” writes Susan Seymour of Valatie, New York. “It complements most meals and is so easy to prepare and dress up with a variety of garnishes.”

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Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball Recipe

Prep: 10 min. + chilling

Yield: 8 Servings

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Ingredients

2 packages (one 8 ounces, one 3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or 1/2 to 1 teaspoon minced garlic
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional
Assorted fresh vegetables and/or crackers

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Shape into a ball. Roll in walnuts if desired. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap. Chill for 2 hours. Serve with vegetables and/or crackers. Yield: about 2 cups.

Originally published as Garlic-Parmesan Cheese Ball in Simple & Delicious November/December 2007, p45

Light-Bodied White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a light-bodied white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.

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Reviewed on Jun. 03, 2012 by tchr90

This recipe is terrific! I am requested to make this cheese ball for pot lucks at work and also for family events. So many people have asked for this recipe and can't believe how easy it is to make:) I like that it is easy to make and uses ingredients I already have on hand.

Reviewed on Nov. 27, 2009 by hpronk

very easy, very tasty