savory holiday cheese truffles

Name: Savory Holiday Cheese Truffles
Prep time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 package(s) 8oz package cream cheese - softened; 1 package(s) 8oz sharp shredded cheddar cheese; 1 teaspoon(s) garlic powder; 1 dash(es) ground red pepper; 1/4 cup(s) roasted red pepper; 1/4 cup(s) green onion

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Barbara Kavorkian

Two Harbors, MN

Updated on Oct 31, 2011

Great snack cheese treats or a wonderful gift for the holidays. Who doesn't like cheese?

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Ingredients

2 packages 8oz package cream cheese - softened
1 package 8oz sharp shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash ground red pepper
1/4 cup roasted red pepper
1/4 cup green onion

How To Make savory holiday cheese truffles

Step 1

Beat cream and shredded cheese, garlic powder and ground red pepper until blended. Divide in half. Add roasted red peppers to one half and green onions to the other half. Mix each half until well blended. Cover and refrigerate 2 hrs for flavors to blend.

Step 2

Roll cheese mix into small 1 in balls. Roll in one of the following: Nuts, sharp cheddar cheese, paprika, sesame seed or chopped fresh parsley. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 3

Serve with crackers, vegetables or assorted breads or toasts.
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