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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 10 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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A fun little appetizer to add to your party buffet table. Also makes a great snack for those teen sleepovers! You can make these up to 2 weeks ahead of time, just wrap well and freeze. Prep and cooking time does not include the 2 hours needed for chilling. Ingredients:
8 ounces cream cheese, softened |
3 tablespoons green onions, finally chopped |
3/4 teaspoon italian seasoning |
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder |
2 tablespoons real bacon, bacon bits |
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese |
3/4 cup chopped roasted almonds (i use lightly salted) or 3/4 cup pecans (i use lightly salted) |
assorted cracker |
Directions:
1. Mix cream cheese, green onion, Italian seasoning and garlic powder until well blended. Stir in bacon and mozzarella cheese.
2. Scoop cheese mixture up using a level teaspoon and shape into 54 balls. Roll in chopped nuts and place on a cookie sheet.
3. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 2 hours.
4. Pull out and place on serving tray with assorted crackers.
5. For a different flavor combo, omit the Italian seasoning and try shredded sharp cheddar and 3 Tbs. drained pimentos in place of the mozzarella and bacon.
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