Anthony Boundy - The Wonderful World of Cheese Balls: Easy to Make Savory and Sweet Cheese Ball Recipes for any Occasion

I want to thank you and congratulate you for purchasing the book, The Wonderful World of Cheese Balls: Easy to Make Savory and Sweet Cheese Ball Recipes for any Occasion.

Who doesnt love a good cheese ball? I, for one, am a cheese ball-loving fool who becomesoverjoyed when I see one at a party or get-together. And Im not the only one. Legend has itthat the first cheese ball was first made all the way back in 1801 when Elisha Brown Jr. created a delicious cheese ball weighing over 1,000 pounds to Thomas Jefferson. Now thats a mighty big cheese ball! The ones you make will probably not be that big, but they will be deliciousnone-the-less.

Cheese balls can contain just about any ingredient you want, but cream cheese is almost alwaysin the ingredient list. They can be savory or sweet or anything in-between. And that is one of the great things about these mouth-watering treats. Their versatility allows for almost completecustomization. In fact, you can even mold them into a wide array of shapes, such as a snowman for the holidays. And this book will provide you with 25 of my all-time favorite cheese ballrecipes that will satisfy even the snootiest of cheese ball connoisseur. And thats not all! You will also learn tips and tricks to help make any and all of your cheese balls a complete success!Thanks again for purchasing this book, I hope you enjoy it! Now what are you waiting for? Getstarted reading Chapter 1 now!

Bacon and ranch makes a great combination, and when you combined them to make a cheeseball, you get a taste flavor explosion that will please everyone.Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 15 minutes to make + 1 hour to chillIngredients:

2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
cup cheddar cheese, shredded
cup + cup cooked bacon, crumbled
1 package Hidden Valley ranch dip mix
cup chives, diced

Directions:

Step 1: Place both packages of cream cheese, which have been softened by room temperature, in a mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, blend the two cream cheese blocks until they are wellcombined.
Step 2: Sprinkle the ranch dip mix over the top the cream cheese and mix with the hand mixer until well combined. Fold in the diced chives.

Step 3: Add the shredded cheese and stir into the mixture. Do the same for cup of the cooked bacon.Step 4: Dump the remaining cup of cooked bacon into a shallow dish. Use your hands to shape the mixture into a ball. Roll the cheese ball into the cooked bacon until well covered.Step 5: Place the cheese ball in the fridge and let chill for an hour. Serve with your favoritedipping food. The combination of smoked almonds and sharp cheddar create a deliciously flavored cheeseball.Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 15 to 20 minutesIngredients:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons chives, minced
teaspoon dill weed, dried
teaspoon medium course black pepper
teaspoon garlic, granulated
teaspoon red pepper flakes, omit if you want something less spicy
teaspoon seasoning salt
1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
cup smoked almonds, chopped coarsely

Directions:
Step 1: Combine all the ingredients, accept for the cheddar cheese and the smoked almonds, in a bowl until well mixed.Step 2: Fold in the cheddar cheese until well combined.Step 3: Form the mixture into a cheese ball. Roll the cheese ball in the coarsely chopped smoked almonds until completely coated.Step 4: Chill the cheese ball in the fridge until ready to use. Serve with your favorite crackers. This delicious cheese ball is easy to make and will delight all of your guests.Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 10 to 15 minutes to makeIngredients:

12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup sharp cheddar, shredded
cup wing sauce, increase if you want more of a buffalo flavor
cup pecans, chopped finely
cup chives

Directions:
Step 1: Beat the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese together until wellcombined. Beat in the wing sauce until thoroughly combined.Step 2: Form the mixture into a ball and roll into the chopped pecans. Garnish the cheese ballwith chives and serve immediately.Step 3: Store remaining cheese ball by covering it with plastic wrap and placing it in the fridge. Bring the delicious taste of jalapeno poppers to a cheese ball with this easy recipe.Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 15 to make + 1 hour to chillIngredients:

16 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
4 ounces fire roasted diced chilies, drained well
4 ounces diced jalapenos, drained welled
2 packages Hidden Valley ranch dressing mix
1 cup pecans, chopped

Directions:
Step 1: Add all the ingredients, except for the chopped pecans, to a mixing bowl and mix with a hand mixer until well combined.

Step 2: Form the mixture into a ball shape and roll it in the chopped pecans until it is covered with the nuts.
Step 3: Chill the cheese ball in the fridge for an hour before serving with your favorite dipping foods.

This taco inspired cheese ball is a bit spicy but delicious nonetheless!Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 10 minutes to make + 1 hour to chillIngredients:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
cup sour cream
6 ounces cooked chicken, shredded
cup + cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
cup taco sauce

Directions:
Step 1: Mix the cream cheese and sour cream together until well combined. Add in the taco sauce and the taco seasoning, and mix for several seconds.Step 2: Form the mixture into a ball. Cover the cheese ball with plastic wrap and chill in thefridge for an hour.Step 3: Serve with tortilla chips and/or crackers. Dill pickles are a tasty treat that can be used to create a tangy and tasty cheese ball.Serving: 1 cheese ballTotal Time: 10 to 12 minutes to make + 1 hour to chillIngredients:

8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup dill pickle relish, well drained
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
teaspoon onion powder
1 cups Colby jack cheese, grated
Dill weed