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Cranberry and Herb Cheese Ball

Dried cranberries bring gorgeous holiday color and a hint of sweetness to this herb-coated cheese ball that’s guaranteed to be a hit for any get-together.

Serves 8
Ready in 50 mins
Prep time 20 mins
Chill time 30 mins
158 calories per serving

Ingredients

> 1 (8 oz) pkg reduced- fat cream cheese, room temperature and cut up
> 4 oz extra -sharp white Cheddar cheese, coarsely grated
> 1/2 tsp garlic powder
> 1/2 tsp onion powder
> 2/3 cup dried cranberries
> 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh parsley
> 1/3 cup snipped chives
> Crackers, for serving

Steps

1
To a food processor, add the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pulse until smooth, stopping and scraping down sides of bowl occasionally.
2
Transfer cheese mixture to medium bowl and, with wet hands, gently roll into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate 30 min., until firm.
3
Meanwhile, very finely chop cranberries. Finely chop the parsley and chives. Combine cranberries and herbs in a shallow dish. Roll cheese ball in the cranberry mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
4
Wrap in plastic and refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 2 days. Let cheese ball come to room temperature before serving with the crackers.

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