NUTTY MINI CHEESE BALLS

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Ranch salad dressing mix is the fast flavoring for these cute cheese balls. If your family isn't fond of nuts, roll them in minced fresh parsley, chopped ripe olives or finely shredded cheddar cheese.-Meta West, Abilene, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

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Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
1 cup finely chopped nuts
Assorted crackers

Steps:

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese. Stir in the cheddar cheese, onion, Worcestershire sauce and salad dressing mix., Shape into 1-in. balls; roll in nuts. Chill until serving. Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.