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By michael vivar

3-Ingredient Cheese Ball: The Appetizer for Every Occasion

There are small bites like tapas and charcuterie boards that are meant to impress both eyes and palates at a soiree.

There are others one enjoys picking at alone during quiet evenings reading a book or being engrossed in a film on the couch.

The traditional cheese ball serves both those occasions to a tee. Try this simple 3-ingredient recipe and see which situation you prefer tasting it in.

8 oz sharp cheddar cheese grated 8 oz block cream cheese 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Ingredients

Use a kitchen mixer to combine the cheese and cream cheese until it's smooth yet still moldable.

Step 1

Use a wooden spoon to scoop mixture into a sheet of cling film and shape into a ball.

Step 2

Place wrapped cheese ball in freezer and let sit for around an hour until solid but not completely frozen.

Step 3

Unwarp cheese ball then roll in chopped pecans. Serve to guests with crackers or enjoy by yourself.

Step 4

Substitute cream cheese for rosemary-infused chevre for an herbal tang. Cheddar can be replaced with something milder like Emmentaler. 

Cheese Alternatives

There are a variety of vegan cheese options on the market now. It's also possible to switch up the pecans with nut-free granola for those with allergies.

Dietary Restrictions

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