🦃 A Perfect Thanksgiving Cheese Ball
Looking for the ideal appetizer to kick off your holiday feast? This classic Cheese Ball is a crowd-pleasing favorite, blending cream cheese, sharp cheddar, chipped beef, and green onions, all finished with a crunchy pecan coating. It’s simple to prepare, makes two generous cheese balls, and pairs beautifully with crackers or fresh vegetables — the perfect addition to any Thanksgiving table.
This recipe comes from The Daughters of Isabella Cookbook, published by St. Mary’s Circle No. 75 of Greensburg, Indiana, and was contributed by Carolyn Klosterkemper. Whether enjoyed as part of a family gathering or shared at a community event, it carries with it the spirit of tradition and local pride.
🧀 Carolyn Klosterkemper’s Cheese Ball
Ingredients
- 2 (8-ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- 1 tube sharp cheddar cheese, spreadable
- 1 package chipped beef, cut into small pieces
- 4 green onions, chopped
- Crushed pecans (for rolling)
Instructions
- Soften cream cheese and cheddar until easy to mix.
- Combine softened cheeses, chipped beef, and green onions in a large bowl.
- Mix well until evenly blended.
- Shape mixture into 2 cheese balls.
- Roll each ball in crushed pecans to coat.
- Chill until firm. Serve with crackers or fresh veggies.
