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Gourmet Cheeseball

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Submitted by: greece3776594

 

Apricots and pecans make a great outside layer for this gourmet cheeseball. What a way to start a party.
 

Ingredients

  • Six 8 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 lb each Colby and sharp Cheddar cheeses, grated
  • 4 tsp lemon juice or juice of one lemon
  • 10 tsp smooth Dijon mustard
  • 4 tsp minced roasted red pepper or pimiento 3/4 cup minced fresh chives
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 8 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 5 oz dried apricots
  • 16 oz pecans

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Method

Mix with clean hands. Roll into 4 large or 8 small balls. Sprinkle with or roll over 5oz dried apricots chopped well and 16 oz pecans chopped fine with a kitchen mallet. (Other garnishes may include: crushed walnuts, paprika, dried parsley). Wrap in plastic wrap and chill. Serve with crackers, bread or certain vegetables. Lasts in refrigerator for 10 days.

 

Notes:

 

Number of Servings: For a crowd

 

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