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Susie’s Bleu Cheese Ball with a Holiday Presentation
Recipe Information:
- Name: Susie’s Bleu Cheese Ball with a Holiday Presentation
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Recipe Category: Winter
- Keywords: Christmas, < 30 Mins, Easy
- Calories: 1900.1
- Fat Content: 182.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 115.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 562.8mg
- Sodium Content: 2530.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 18.1g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 3g
- Protein Content: 52.8g
- Yield: 1 cheese ball
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Cream Cheese |
| 3-4 | Blue Cheese |
| 1/4 | Onion |
| 1 | Package Almonds |
| Evergreen Sprig |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cheese Ball:
- In a bowl, combine the cream cheese, crumbled blue cheese, and finely diced onion.
- Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
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Shape the Cheese Ball:
- Form the mixture into a shape resembling a pine cone on a serving tray.
- Tip: Imagine a pine cone hanging from a branch. Now mentally slice that pine cone in half lengthwise and lay it on your serving tray. That’s the shape you want to make.
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Decorate with Almonds:
- Starting at the “bottom” of the pine cone shape, lay the almonds flat on the cream cheese mixture.
- Position the almonds with the narrow end at the bottom and the wider, rounded end at the top.
- Continue adding more rows of almonds across the cheese ball, slightly overlapping each row with the previous one.
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Add the Evergreen Touch:
- Remember the branch the pine cone was hanging from? Mimic that with a sprig of evergreen.
- Use a fresh evergreen sprig for a festive touch. 🌿
- If using artificial greenery, ensure it’s non-toxic and food-safe.
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Optional Presentation:
- For a simpler presentation, skip the pine cone shape.
- Roll the cheese mixture into a ball and coat it generously with chopped pecans.
- This variation is equally delicious and perfect for any gathering.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Allow the cheese ball to come to room temperature before serving.
- Pair with your favorite crackers, breadsticks, or vegetable crudites for dipping.
- Share and enjoy this festive treat with friends and family! 🎉
Additional Notes:
- Susie’s Bleu Cheese Ball with a Holiday Presentation offers a delightful twist on the classic cheese ball.
- The creamy blend of cream cheese and blue cheese, enhanced with the subtle crunch of almonds, creates a flavor sensation.
- The festive pine cone shape adds a touch of whimsy to your holiday table.
- If evergreen isn’t available, consider using other edible garnishes like fresh herbs or edible flowers.
- This recipe is perfect for Christmas gatherings, parties, or any occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort.
Whether you follow Susie’s pine cone presentation or opt for the simple pecan-coated ball, this recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser. Get creative, have fun, and enjoy the holiday cheer with Susie’s Bleu Cheese Ball! 🧀✨
