Dried Beef Ball
Delight your guests with this irresistible Dried Beef Ball recipe, a savory appetizer that’s perfect for any occasion. This creamy concoction combines tangy cream cheese, finely chopped dried beef, and the fresh bite of green onions, all brought to life with a dash of Worcestershire sauce and aromatic garlic powder. Formed into a compact ball, it’s perfect for spreading on crackers or pairing with crusty bread. For an extra burst of flavor and eye-catching presentation, coat the cheese ball in reserved dried beef or fresh parsley. With only 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this quick and easy recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a party or prepping for game day, this make-ahead appetizer is a delicious blend of creamy, salty, and savory goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cream cheese
- 6 oz Dried beef
- 3 stalks Green onions
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Crackers or bread (for serving)
Instructions
Allow the cream cheese to come to room temperature for easy mixing.
Finely chop the dried beef into small pieces. Reserve a small handful if you wish to use it as an outer coating for the cheese ball.
Slice the green onions thinly, including the green tops.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped dried beef, sliced green onions, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Use a spatula or clean hands to mix everything thoroughly until well-combined.
Form the mixture into a round ball with your hands.
If desired, roll the cheese ball in the reserved chopped dried beef or chopped parsley to coat the outside.
Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up and the flavors to meld.
Before serving, remove the cheese ball from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to soften slightly.
Serve with crackers or sliced bread and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.8 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 110.5 g | 552% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 540 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 6050 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 87.8 g | 176% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 548 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1941 mg | 41% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
