TURKEY CHEESE BALL

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While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for a fun centerpiece. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 1 cheese ball (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
6 ounces deli smoked turkey, finely chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
DECORATIONS:
9 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons 2% milk
Brown, orange and yellow paste food coloring
6 large oval crackers
1 large sweet red pepper
1 small yellow summer squash
1 cup pecan halves
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the first six ingredients until combined. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. , In another small bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth. Divide among four small bowls. With food coloring, tint one bowl brown, one dark orange and one light orange (using yellow and orange); leave one bowl plain. , Transfer each mixture to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of each bag. , For turkey tail feathers, decorate the top halves of large oval crackers with tinted cream cheese. , Using the red pepper, form the turkey head, neck and wattle. For beak, cut a small triangle from summer squash; attach with cream cheese. Add eyes, using brown and plain cream cheese. Insert pecan halves and decorated crackers into cheese ball. Serve with assorted crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Brian C Hardy
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This turkey cheese ball recipe is a great way to use up leftover turkey. I'm definitely going to try it this Thanksgiving.


Karen Tate
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I can't wait to try this turkey cheese ball recipe. It looks so easy to make and it sounds delicious.


ZOHAIB NIAZI
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This turkey cheese ball is a must-try for any cheese lover. It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious.


Mason Spore
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I've tried many turkey cheese ball recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's so creamy and flavorful, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Shiza Shabir
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This turkey cheese ball is the perfect party food. It's easy to make, it's delicious, and it's always a hit with guests.


Nurgis Akther
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I love this turkey cheese ball! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've even made it for my Thanksgiving dinner and it was a huge hit.


Md Neaz
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This turkey cheese ball is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a delicious and festive appetizer for the holidays.


mrafiqul hasan
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I've made this turkey cheese ball several times and it's always a hit. It's so versatile and can be served with a variety of crackers, vegetables, or fruit.


Itz Touhidul
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This turkey cheese ball is the perfect appetizer for any party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Donald Edwards
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I made this turkey cheese ball for my family and they raved about it! It was so creamy and flavorful.


Felipe Contreras
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This turkey cheese ball was a hit at my Thanksgiving party! It was easy to make and everyone loved it.


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