Cheddar Horseradish Cheese Ball

By mkuchel

Ingredients

• 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
• 3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (2 1/4 ounces)
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
• 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 slices bacon
• 1/3 cup toasted chopped walnuts
• Assorted vegetables and crackers, for serving

Preparation

Step 1

1. Mix both of the cheeses, the onion, horseradish, 1 of the tablespoon parsley, Worcestershire, salt to taste and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl until evenly combined. Form the cheese mixture into a ball, cover with plastic wrap and chill until firm and the flavors have blended, at least 4 hours or overnight.

2. Remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator up to 30 minutes before serving. Cook the bacon in skillet until crisp, transfer to a paper towel, and when cool crumble. Mix the bacon with the nuts and remaining tablespoon parsley in a shallow bowl. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture so that it is coated evenly. Serve with vegetables and crackers.