Caraway Cheese Ball

The caraway seeds add a nutty, rustic flavor that complements the sharp tang of the cheddar. My mother always made this for family Christmas parties, and it remains my all-time favorite recipe for cheese balls.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 233 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 pound shredded Cheddar cheese
• ¾ (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 3 tablespoons caraway seeds, for rolling

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat the cream cheese in a large bowl until fluffy and soft. Stir in the mustard, sherry, and 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds, mixing thoroughly. Beat in the Cheddar cheese and vegetable oil. Shape mixture into a ball and roll in the remaining 3 tablespoons of caraway seeds. Wrap coated ball in plastic and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours.