EZ Party Cheese Ball

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This has been a big hit for many years as an appetizer, or just for a snack. It is always nice to have when friends drop by, and it freezes very well. If you enjoy nuts, roll the cheese ball in about a half cup of chopped pecans. Serve with crackers. Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 5 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
16 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 1 (8 ounce) jar dried beef

  • ¼ cup Italian-style salad dressing

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

Directions

  1. Process dried beef, Italian-style dressing and cream cheese in a food processor until well blended. Transfer to a medium bowl. Chill until firm enough to form into a ball, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

130 Calories
11g Fat
2g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 130
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 6g 32%
Cholesterol 42mg 14%
Sodium 534mg 23%
Total Carbohydrate 2g 1%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 7g 13%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 68mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.