CHEESE BALLS 
1 lb. shredded cheese such as Swiss or Cheddar
1 (6 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
1 clove garlic (optional)
Mixed dried herbs (optional)
2/3 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Soften cream cheese. Mix in shredded cheese and garlic or herbs if used. Shape into a ball or log and roll in chopped nuts or dried herbs. Serve at room temperature. Good combinations are: Swiss cheese and almonds, Cheddar cheese and walnuts, hot pepper cheese and herbs, Cheddar cheese and garlic and cooked crisp bacon.

 

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