Las Chicas fresh cheese ball

The original inspiration for this recipe from Gourmet Magazine called this a cheese spread. But when I served it at a party, everyone decided that it was good, but needed some work, and the name was wrong. So, I tweaked the recipe and served it to my cooking group. We decided to call it a fresh cheese ball. Whatever the name, it is an outstanding accompaniment with wine. It was also make a good sandwich.

  
    Recipe serves
    Active time
    Total time
  

    8 – 10 people
    20m
    20m
  

  
    Ingredients
  
    4 cups coarsely grated cheddar cheese
  
    1 rib of celery, finely chopped
  
    2 green onions, finely chopped
  
    1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
  
    1 teaspoon drained horseradish
  
    1 teaspoon mustard
  
    1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  
    2/3 cup mayonnaise
  
    Paprika or ground chipotle powder for garnish

  
    Instructions
  
    • Cut the coarsely grated cheese into small pieces.
  
    • Combine the cheese, celery, and green onions in  a large bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  
    • Mix the ground pepper, horseradish, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and mayonnaise in a small bowl. Stir to combine.
  
    • Add the mayonnaise mixture to the cheese. Combine thoroughly. Garnish with paprika powder, if desired.

  
    Variations
  
    • Add chopped parsley or cilantro.
  
    • Add curry powder.
  
    • Add chopped roasted bell peppers.
  
    • Use half cheddar cheese and half Swiss cheese.

  
    Storage
  
    • Refrigerate for 3 – 4 days.

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