LONE STAR CHEESE BALL

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This strikingly orange appetizer has the perfect amount of spice and crunch. Sprinkle cilantro on top for a nice accent. -Laurel Leslie, Sonora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup chopped green chilies
1/2 cup baked nacho-flavored tortilla chips, crushed
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
Tortilla chips

Steps:

In a food processor, combine the first five ingredients; cover and process until blended. Stir in chilies. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. , Shape into a ball. Combine crushed tortilla chips and cilantro; roll cheese ball in chip mixture. Serve with tortilla chips. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.