🧀 Ingredients
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2 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened
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1 jar (4.5 oz) dried beef, finely chopped
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½ cup green onions, finely chopped (green parts only)
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1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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¼ tsp black pepper
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley or extra chopped dried beef for rolling the outside
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Optional add-ins:
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½ cup shredded cheddar
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1–2 tbsp diced pimentos
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Dash of hot sauce for heat
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🥣 Instructions
1. Mix the cheese base
In a bowl combine:
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Softened cream cheese
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Worcestershire sauce
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Garlic powder
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Onion powder
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Black pepper
Mix until smooth.
2. Add the good stuff
Fold in:
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Chopped dried beef
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Chopped green onions
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(Optional) cheddar or pimentos
Mix well.
3. Shape it
Scoop mixture onto a piece of plastic wrap.
Form into a ball (or log).
Chill at least 1–2 hours to firm up.
4. Coat the outside
Roll the cheese ball in:
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Chopped parsley
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Extra finely chopped dried beef
OR -
A mix of both
This adds flavor + a pretty finish.
5. Serve
Serve with:
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Ritz crackers
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Butter crackers
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Toasted baguette slices
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Celery sticks
⭐ Tips
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For the BEST flavor, chill overnight.
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If it’s too soft, add a bit more dried beef or cheddar.
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If it’s too firm, let it sit out 10 minutes before serving.
