Curried Snowball

By Bostoncook

Ingredients

• 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
• 4 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup)
• 3 tablespoons dry sherry
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 3/4 teaspoon curry powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 4 oz. mango chutney (4 to 6)
• 1/2 cup minced green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped peanuts, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup coconut

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine cheeses, sherry, Worcestershire, curry powder, garlic powder, white pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl. Blend well.

2. Line a 2-cup bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a 4-inch overhang. Press cheese mixture into bowl. Fold plastic overhang over top and cover with another piece of wrap. Refrigerate at least 4 hours. (At this point, it may be frozen.)

3. When ready to serve, unfold plastic wrap and invert onto a serving plate. Spoon chutney over the top. Sprinkle with green onions, peanuts and coconut. Serve chilled with crackers.

Notes: Another NYD open house item and the first thing to go. Was inhaled even before all of the guests could arrive and I barely got a bite in. Truly outstanding and a beautiful presentation. Used light cream cheese and white wine to sub for the sherry. Used unsweetened coconut for the top. Definite repeater.