Als Award Winning Garlic Cheese Ball Recipe

Ingredients for Als Award Winning Garlic Cheese Ball

• 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• Shredded Cheddar Cheese
• Beef
• Green Onion
• Fresh Garlic Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

How to Make Als Award Winning Garlic Cheese Ball

1. In a large mixing bowl, place 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 8 ounces of shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
2. Finely chop 1/4 cup of green onions and add them to the mixing bowl.
3. Finely chop 4 ounces of cooked, thinly sliced beef (such as roast beef or salami) and add to the bowl.
4. (Optional) For faster chopping, use a food processor to finely chop the green onions and beef.
5. Mince 2-3 cloves of garlic using a garlic press and add to the bowl.
6. Allow the cheeses to soften completely. If not already softened, let them sit at room temperature for about an hour.
7. Add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
8. Using clean hands, thoroughly mix all ingredients until well combined.
9. Place the mixture onto a large piece of aluminum foil.
10. Shape the mixture into a ball using your hands.
11. Wash your hands thoroughly with warm water.
12. With slightly wet hands, smooth the cheese ball into a desired shape, ensuring it is even and round.
13. Place the cheese ball into a sealed airtight plastic container and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (or up to 24 hours) before serving.
14. Remove from the refrigerator about 1 hour before serving to allow it to come to room temperature slightly.
15. Serve with your favorite crackers or vegetables.