debbie's famous cheese ball

Name: DEBBIE'S FAMOUS CHEESE BALL
Prep time: 20 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package(s) (8 oz.) name brand cream cheese; 1 package(s) (8 oz.) store brand cream cheese; 1 small onion, chopped; 2 package(s) dried beef chipped, torn in small pieces; 25 - spanish olives (green) plus a little of the juice; 2 dash(es) worcestershire sauce

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Ellen Gwaltney Bales

Indianapolis, IN

Updated on Sep 26, 2012

This wonderful cheese ball comes from my supervisor at the Indianapolis Star, Debbie Thomas. Her special instructions say to use one package of Philadelphia cream cheese and one of store brand. It achieves just the right taste that way.

Rate

prep time 20 Min

cook time

method Refrigerate/Freeze

yield 12-20 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 package (8 oz.) name brand cream cheese
1 package (8 oz.) store brand cream cheese
1 small onion, chopped
2 packages dried beef chipped, torn in small pieces
25 - spanish olives (green) plus a little of the juice
2 dashes worcestershire sauce

How To Make debbie's famous cheese ball

Step 1

Bring cream cheeses to room temperature before beginning. Chop onion in small pieces.

Step 2

In a large round bowl, mix all ingredients together. Loosen mixture around edges and gently transfer to plate or plastic container.
Step 3

Cover and refrigerate overnight. Bring to near-room temperature before serving.
Step 4

NOTE: May cover with nuts if desired.
Step 5

Debbie Thomas, Supervisor Indianapolis Star Call Center
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