CHEESY OLIVE BALLS

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I ran across this recipe that I had copied from an old cookbook. It would not surprise me if this had been posted before. They are quick and easy to make and very delicious!

Provided by Kathy W

Categories     Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 c grated sharp cheddar cheese, room temperature
3 Tbsp butter, softened
1/2 c all purpose flour
1/4-1/2 tsp cayenne, more or less to your liking
25-30 medium sized stuffed olives, well drained.

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease a cookie sheet and set aside.
  • 2. Cream together butter and cheese.
  • 3. Add flour and cayenne to creamed mixture. Knead with hands until smooth.
  • 4. Take 1 teaspoon of dough, gently roll into a ball, flatten and wrap around an olive. Do this for all of the olives.
  • 5. Place on prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
  • 6. Cool on wire rack
  • 7. Keeps 1 week in an airtight container. Store in a cool place.

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