Creamy Pesto Cheese Ball Recipe
Ingredients
| Cream cheese | 450 Gram | |
| Pesto sauce | 1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
| Parmesan cheese | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
| Toasted pine nuts | 1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs) (Almonds) | |
| Crackers | 3 (For Serving) | |
| Basil leaves | 3 (For Garnishing) |
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: Complete recipe
Calories 2517 Calories from Fat 2105
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 241 g371.1%
Saturated Fat 104.1 g520.5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 528.9 mg176.3%
Sodium 2836.4 mg118.2%
Total Carbohydrates 41 g13.8%
Dietary Fiber 2.5 g10.2%
Sugars 17.3 g
Protein 55 g110.1%
Vitamin A 121.4% Vitamin C 1.8%
Calcium 104.9% Iron 36.2%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Directions
Line a small round bowl with plastic wrap, and scoop out the cheese mixture into the bowl.
Pack down firmly, and refrigerate for 3 hours.
Remove the cheese ball by pulling it out by the plastic wrap to keep it's shape.
Press the pine nuts or almonds firmly over the outside of the ball and refrigerate.
Bring to room temperature one hour before serving, and offer crisp crackers, or toasts alongside for spreading.
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