Name: California Walnut Cheese Ball
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 3 cups shredded old white Cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup butter (softened); 1 Clove garlic (minced); 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp Onion powder; 1/2; 1 tbsp port or sherry (optional); 1/2-3/4 cups toasted California Walnut pieces

California Walnut Cheese Ball

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

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Servings

Ingredients

3 cups shredded old white Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup butter softened
1 Clove garlic minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp Onion powder
1/2
1 tbsp port or sherry optional
1/2-3/4 cups toasted California Walnut pieces

Instructions

Preparation

1 In food processor, combine all ingredients except walnuts. Pulse until mixture is smooth.2 Remove to medium bowl; cover and chill until slightly firm. Shape into 5-inch ball or roll into 7 X 2-inch log.3 Roll in toasted walnuts to coat evenly. Wrap in plastic wrap; chill until firm. 4 Allow to warm at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. May be kept in refrigerator for up to 5 days. 5 Oven: Spread chopped walnuts evenly onto a baking sheet or in a shallow pan. Bake at 350ºF for 5 to 7 minutes or until lightly browned. 6 Stir several times for even toasting. Be sure to keep an eye on them, they burn easily. Cool before using7 Stir several times for even toasting. Be sure to keep an eye on them, they burn easily. Cool before using8 Skillet: In large, dry skillet over medium-high heat, heat walnuts until lightly toasted, about 1 to 2 minutes.
Source: California Walnut Board