HOLIDAY HAM & CHEESE BALL
My mother always makes this cheese ball at Christmas, and growing up, I never realized there was any other kind of "cheese ball" but this one. I now make it for get togethers, holidays, or sometimes just because it's so good! There is never any left overs, and everyone always wants the recipe. This recipe makes 1 large ball or 2 small balls. *Note: My mother puts 1 tsp of Accent (MSG) in hers. I never buy this stuff, so I leave it out, and I can't tell a difference.
Provided by Mrs. Hooper
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 1 large ball, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place the cream cheese in a large, covered bowl and allow to soften at room temperature while preparing the other ingredients.
- Lay several pieces of ham on a cutting board and slice into 1/2" strips. Turn the cutting board and slice again, forming small squares. Set aside in a medium bowl or on a plate and separate the squares. Repeat with the rest of the ham.
- Slice the bunch of green onions into very thin rings.
- When the cheese is softened, add in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, green onions (add all or just enough for your preference), and 1/2 of the ham. Mix together well until ingredients are uniformly distributed.
- Using a large piece of plastic wrap, shape the cream cheese mixture into a ball. Roll the ball in the remaining ham pieces (faster) or manually press the ham squares into the cheese ball (prettier). Place on a plate and wrap in plastic wrap. Allow to chill for a few hours or overnight before serving. Serve with crackers, vegetables or crusty bread.
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Sonali Khatun
[email protected]This cheese ball is a real winner. I'll definitely be making it again.
Riyadh rume
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect addition to my holiday party menu.
golu Tharu
[email protected]This cheese ball is the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering. It's easy to make and always a hit.
Inoxcent Bacha
[email protected]I love the combination of ham, cheese, and pineapple in this cheese ball. It's so unique and delicious.
Tk Tuhin khan
[email protected]This is the best ham and cheese ball I've ever had. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Chidiuto Joseph-Ofoegbu
[email protected]This cheese ball is a real crowd-pleaser. I've made it for several parties and it's always a hit.
Princess Fofo
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect addition to my holiday party menu.
RajaMWaqar.b512
[email protected]This is the perfect cheese ball for a holiday party. It's festive, delicious, and easy to make.
STOQN Bg
[email protected]I love that this cheese ball is so versatile. I've served it with crackers, bread, and even vegetables. It's always a hit.
Ngwa Brian
[email protected]This cheese ball is the perfect make-ahead appetizer. I love that I can make it the day before and just pop it in the fridge until I'm ready to serve it.
Junior Garcia
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of cheese balls, but this one is amazing. The ham and pineapple give it a really unique and delicious flavor.
wadiullah nasrat
[email protected]This is the best cheese ball recipe I've ever tried. It's so creamy and flavorful.
Saif Shaheen
[email protected]I made this cheese ball for a potluck and it was gone in minutes! Everyone raved about it.
sheka mutemwa
[email protected]This cheese ball is so delicious and festive. I love the combination of ham, cheese, and pineapple.
Chidi Emmanuel
[email protected]I've made this ham and cheese ball several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.
Asif Hasan
[email protected]This holiday ham and cheese ball was a hit at our Christmas party! It was so easy to make and everyone loved it.