MEDITERRANEAN CHEESE BALL BITES
These bite-size appetizers are loaded with the savory-sweet flavors of Parmesan, bacon, fig and toasted nuts. They make lovely appetizers for holiday cocktail parties, or delicious additions to charcuterie boards.
Provided by Heather Baird
Categories Appetizer
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, add chopped walnuts or pine nuts and stir until lightly toasted. Let cool and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine cheeses, salt, garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, bacon, figs, parsley and black pepper. Mix with a large spoon or with your hands until ingredients are thoroughly combined. Refrigerate at least one hour, or overnight if you prefer.
- Spoon the mixture out by the tablespoon and shape into 36 balls about 1.5 inches each. Roll in chopped nuts and refrigerate until ready to serve.
WALNUT & FIG GOAT CHEESE LOG
Here's a simple spread that calls for only a handful of ingredients. The tablespoon of honey is optional, but I think that touch of sweetness nicely complements the tang of the goat cheese. -Ana-Marie Correll, Hollister, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 10m
Yield 1-1/3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small bowl, crumble cheese. Stir in figs, 1/4 cup walnuts, pepper and, if desired, honey. Shape mixture into a log about 6 in. long. Roll log in remaining walnuts. Refrigerate 4 hours or overnight. Serve with crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
DILLY MINI CHEESE BALLS
??These mini cheese balls are perfect for any gathering, no matter what time of year it is! Kids love the cheesy, salty flavor, and adults appreciate how easy they are to make. -Carole Lanthier, Courtice, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the first 6 ingredients. Shape tablespoons of cheese mixture into balls. Roll in walnuts and parsley. Cover and refrigerate for 20 minutes before serving. Serve with pretzel sticks or crackers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 65mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MINI CHEESE BALLS
These mini cheese balls are the perfect quick appetizer for any party. Roll them in toasted sesame seeds, fresh rosemary and/or paprika to add even more flavor. -J. Spivey, Ennice, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 36 cheese balls
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine cheeses. Shape into 36 balls; roll balls in toppings as desired. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. To serve, if desired, press a rye crisp or rolled corn chip into the top of each cheese ball.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
DRIED FRUIT CHEESE BALL
A different twist for a wonderful cheese ball. I got this recipe from a co-worker's wife. Thanks Maggie!
Provided by DEBBYE
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes
Time 3h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl combine cream cheese and honey; beat until smooth. Stir in cheese and chopped fruit; mix well.
- Form into a ball and roll in chopped nuts. Chill for at least 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 60.7 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 9.9 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 232 mg, Sugar 6.6 g
BAKED BLUE CHEESE WITH FIGS & WALNUTS
Melted cheese pairs beautifully with baked figs and walnut in this easy baked dish. It's great as a cheese course or sharing starter
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Starter
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Cut a cross in the tops of the figs nearly, but not quite, all the way down to the bottom, and pinch the bases. Sit in a baking dish or roasting tin (big enough so the figs can sit in a single layer with the whole cheese) cut-side up, but don't put the cheese in yet.
- Mix together the vinegar and wine or grape juice with some seasoning, and pour all over the figs. Scatter over the walnuts and thyme. Finally, drizzle over the honey. Bake for 15-20 mins until the figs start to become soft and sticky.
- Tuck the whole cheese in among the figs and put back in the oven for a final 5 mins. Lift the dish straight to the table and serve with lots of crusty bread to scoop up the molten cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 18 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium
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