Nitrate & Nitrite Free Cheese Ball with Chopped Pecans
Total time1 hr 20 min
Prep time20 min
Cook time0 min
4.6(29)
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10 servings
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ½ cups pecans, finely chopped
For serving
- crackers, for serving
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the shredded cheddar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne (if using). Beat on low speed until fully combined and the mixture is uniform, about 1 minute.
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