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SALAMI CREAM CHEESE BALL

DiAnne — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 00:46:56 GMT

I spooned this cheese mixture into two small bowls and smoothed the top instead of making a ball. Served with crackers. This is a keeper for me.

2 (8oz) packages of softened cream cheese
1 bunch of green onions, chopped
1/4 to 1/3 pound hard salami cut into small pieces
3 T mayo
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 t salt
1/8 t pepper

Combine all ingredients in a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Blend until evenly mixed. Pour cheese onto sheet of plastic wrap and form into a ball. Chill for 20 to 30 minutes. Serve with crackers.

I used sliced spicy salami that I purchased at Trader Joe's and chopped into smaller pieces. I also did not add the salt because I figured the salami would be salty enough. I did add white pepper.

I do not have a stand mixture - used a hand mixer to start with and finished mixing by folding with a spatula.

Re: SALAMI CREAM CHEESE BALL

AuntG — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 12:39:56 GMT

Sounds perfect for our holiday snack day at work. I'll be cheap and use some packaged chopped beef.

Re: SALAMI CREAM CHEESE BALL

novamc1 — Fri, 24 Nov 2017 13:37:12 GMT

The ingredients in the recipe you posted are just about the same as a very good mayo-based mix for corkscrew or shell pasta salad dishes that can be served cold.

I haven't made one like that in years, but I always think about doing it in the warmer months.