Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp fresh green onions, finely minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, minced

Instructions:

  1. Place the softened cream cheese and grated cheddar in your bowl. Blend with a spatula until the mixture is uniform and velvety. Note: Soft cream cheese prevents lumps.
  2. Stir in the Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until you no longer see streaks of sauce.
  3. Fold in the minced green onions using a gentle lifting motion. Note: This keeps the onions evenly distributed.
  4. Scoop the mixture onto a large piece of plastic wrap. Gather the edges and twist tightly until it forms a firm, smooth sphere.
  5. Seal the wrap and place it in the fridge. Chill for at least 1 hour. Note: This is the structural secret.
  6. Remove the chilled ball from the wrap. Place it on a plate and roll it in the chopped nuts.
  7. Press the nuts lightly until the entire sphere is evenly coated.
  8. Garnish with minced fresh parsley.