Parmesan Cheese Ball

  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 8 hr 40 min
  • Servings 12

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2/3 cup finely chopped nuts
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped (1/4 cup)
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
  • Coarsely chopped nuts

Steps

  • 1
    Stir together all ingredients except coarsely chopped nuts until well blended. Shape into ball; roll in coarsely chopped nuts.
  • 2
    Wrap cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 48 hours. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving.

  • Make a stunning presentation by sprinkling the cheese ball with chopped fresh parsley. Place cheese spread on a pretty serving platter, and surround it with a variety of crackers so guests can choose what they like. Try one of the cracker variety packs containing several types of crackers in one box.
  • Add about 2 teaspoons of a favorite dried herb—basil works especially well—to the cheese mixture for an extra layer of flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories
205
Calories from Fat
170
Total Fat
19 g
Saturated Fat
10 g
Cholesterol
45 mg
Sodium
310 mg
Potassium
100 mg
Total Carbohydrate
3 g
Dietary Fiber
0g
Protein
6 g
% Daily Value*:
Vitamin A
12%
12%
Vitamin C
0%
0%
Calcium
12%
12%
Iron
4%
4%
Exchanges:
2 Fat;
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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