Dried Beef Cheese Ball

Name: Dried Beef Cheese Ball
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese; 3 ounces dried beef; 2 green onions, chopped; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1.25 teaspoons monosodium glutamate (MSG); 0.25 teaspoon onion salt

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This dried beef cheese ball recipe is a festive favorite in our house. Grandma usually doubles the recipe — otherwise, it won't last long! It can be rolled in ground nuts, bacon bits, or left plain.

Recipe by Kristi Demanette

Updated on February 24, 2023

a close up view of a dried beef cheese ball with a swipe removed revealing the creamy interior.

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Prep Time:

5 mins

Additional Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

35 mins

Servings:

10

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Ingredients

8 ounces cream cheese
3 ounces dried beef
2 green onions, chopped
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 ¼ teaspoons monosodium glutamate (MSG)
¼ teaspoon onion salt

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

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In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, dried beef, and chopped onions.

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Mix well, then season with onion salt, monosodium glutamate, and Worcestershire sauce.

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Form into a ball and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Roll in bacon bits and top with chopped onions before serving. (optional)

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

96	Calories
8g	Fat
1g	Carbs
4g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 96
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g	10%
Saturated Fat 5g	26%
Cholesterol 32mg	11%
Sodium 429mg	19%
Total Carbohydrate 1g	1%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 4g
Vitamin C 1mg	4%
Calcium 23mg	2%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 69mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.