Holiday Apple Cheese Ball
Wonderful for any gathering and especially nice for the festive season.
Makes 10+ servings
2 B.C. Brand apples, unpeeled, grated
2 Tbsp (30 mL) fresh lemon juice
2 packages (500 g) cream cheese, room temperature
1 1/2 cups (375 mL) aged cheddar cheese, grated
1 Tbsp (15 mL) green onion, minced
1 Tbsp (15 mL) red pepper, minced
1 Tbsp (15 mL) green pepper, minced
1 cup (250 mL) toasted walnuts, finely chopped
Grate apples and toss with lemon juice. In large mixing bowl, combine apples with all remaining ingredients except walnuts. Blend to combine but do not over process. Remove from bowl and shape as desired into 2 medium-sized cheese balls, one log shape or if desired, a festive shape like a Christmas tree. Roll/coat with walnuts.
Per serving:
Calories: 222
Carbohydrate: 11.4 g (16%)
Protein: 14.8 g (27%)
Fat: 14 g (57%)