RECIPE OF THE MONTH for kids

Mini Cheese Balls

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 30 min. + chilling

YIELD: 36 cheese balls

Ingredients

• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened

• 2 Kerrygold cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

• Optional toppings: toasted sesame seeds, minced fresh rosemary and paprika

• Optional garnishes: halved rye crisps and rolled tortilla chips

Directions

• In a large bowl, combine cheeses.

• Shape into 36 balls

• Roll balls in desired toppings.

• Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.

• To serve, if desired, press a rye crisp or rolled corn chip into the top of each cheese ball.