Cheese Truffles

These tasty miniature cheese balls, rolled in finely chopped nuts, sesame seeds and/or chopped fresh parsley are sure to be a big hit at your next party.

Recipe Ingredients:

Truffles:
2 (8-ounce each) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Coatings:
Finely chopped nuts, toasted
Sesame seeds, toasted
Chopped fresh parsley

Cooking Directions:

1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce and salt until well blended. Divide in half.
2. Add roasted red peppers to one half and green onions to the other half; mix each until well blended. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or until chilled.
3. Shape each cheese mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll in desired coatings. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Makes 24 servings.