Appetizer Recipes
Praline Cheese Balls
Ingredients
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 2 (5 or 8 ounce) containers sharp cold pack cheese spread
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon curry powder
- 3 tablespoons praline-flavored liqueur or other nutty-flavored liqueur
- 1 (6 ounce) bag chopped pecans
- Pecan halves for garnish
Instructions
- Put cheeses into a large bowl and let stand at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes to soften.
- Add garlic salt, onion powder, curry powder and liqueur and mix until very well blended.
- Cover lightly and put in refrigerator to set, approximately 30 minutes.
- Spread chopped pecans on a large piece of wax paper.
- Separate cheese into two 5 to 6 inch balls or 1 large ball.
- Place cheese mixture on nuts, roll gently to cover and shape.
- Put on a serving dish.
- Garnish with pecan halves around edge.
- If desired, drizzle 1 tablespoon praline liqueur over top for additional flavor.
- Chill to set again.
- Serve at room temperature with choice of crackers.
Attribution
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