Debbies Famous Cheese Ball Recipes

DEB'S CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in cheeses, leek, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, chives, pepper flakes, onion powder, seasoned salt, oregano and 1 teaspoon minced parsley., Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour. Shape into a ball and roll in walnuts and remaining parsley; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate at least 1 hour longer. Serve with crackers.

GARLIC CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Mix 2 packages of 8oz Cream Cheese (16 oz total) with 1 package of Deb's Garlic Lovers Seasoning Packet.
• Roll mixture into 1 large ball.
• Mix Cranberries and Chopped Walnuts in a large bowl.
• Roll ball in the Cranberries and Walnuts to coat the outside of it.
• Place in refrigerator and chill for 1 hour. Start 1 Hour Timer
• Serve with your favourite crackers.

CHEESE BALL RECIPE

Steps:

• Add cream cheese, sour, garlic powder and onion powder and pepper to a medium mixing bowl. Mix with an electric hand mixer until smooth.
• Mix in cheese (with electric mixer). Cover bowl and chill 1 hour to help firm it up.
• Shape into a ball using a spatula then with greased hands.
• Place pecans in a medium bowl. Roll cheese ball through pecans to cover entirely.
• Serve with crackers, using a butter knife for spreading. Store in refrigerator.

DEBBIE'S FAMOUS CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• 1. Bring cream cheeses to room temperature before beginning. Chop onion in small pieces.
• 2. In a large round bowl, mix all ingredients together. Loosen mixture around edges and gently transfer to plate or plastic container.
• 3. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bring to near-room temperature before serving.
• 4. NOTE: May cover with nuts if desired.
• 5. Debbie Thomas, Supervisor Indianapolis Star Call Center

CHEESE BALL I

Steps:

• In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and dressing mix. Form into one large ball or two smaller balls. Roll in chopped pecans to coat surface. Decorate the top with pecan halves. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

DEBBIE J'S CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• 1. Dice onion into small pieces. NOTE: You may substitute 1 tbsp reconstituted or 1/2 - 3/4 tbsp onion powder if desired (or if that's all you have on hand)
• 2. Combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, garlic, and onion; mix well. NOTE: You may substitute 1/2 - 3/4 tbsp garlic powder if desired. (or if that's all you have on hand)
• 3. Add mayonnaise a little at a time until the mixture is the desired consistency.
• 4. Form into a ball. Optional: Roll in pecans and/or sprinkle with paprika.

SHRIMP CHEESE BALL

Steps:

• Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic, onion, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the shrimp. Cook the shrimp until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 5 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Set aside.
• Mix cream cheese, liquid smoke, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Stir in the shrimp and 1/2 cup of pecans, mixing until evenly distributed. Roll the mixture into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until slightly firm, about 30 minutes. Mix the parsley with the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans in a bowl. Roll the cheese ball in the parsley mixture until the ball is covered. Cover and refrigerate the cheese ball until completely firm, about 2 hours.