Cheddar Cheese Ball

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Cheddar Cheese Ball

 

12 oz. sharp Cheddar cheese, cubed

6 TB unsalted butter, softened

1 can (4 oz.) canned chopped green chilies

2 tsp. bourbon, optional

1/2 tsp. Tabasco hot pepper sauce

1/4 tsp. salt

6 TB chopped walnuts or pecans

1 TB fresh parsley, finely chopped

Assorted crackers

 

1. In a food processor, mix the cheese, butter, chilies, bourbon, pepper

sauce and salt until

as smooth as possible. Place in a bowl, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes,

or until firm.

Shape into a ball.

 

2. On a plate, toss together the nuts and parsley. Roll the cheese ball in

the nut mixture until

completely coated. Serve with assorted crackers.

 

Serves: 12.