What’s Cooking in Gail’s Kitchen? Table Food: Neufchâtel Nibblets! Instead of serving the traditional large cheese ball at your next group gathering, think about individual portions. As a centerpiece on a buffet table, a cheeseball makes a great focal point until someone digs in. Then it immediately loses its form. On the other hand, nibblets remain appealing. Finger food is always a good idea, in my opinion. Not only are they fun to eat, they make things easier for walking around the edge of a party. Grab a few crackers and nibble away.
NEUFCHÂTEL NIBBLETS
Ingredients:
8 tablespoons Neufchâtel cheese, softened
4 tablespoons butter, softened
1/3 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1/4 cup pecans, finely chopped
Carrot sticks, cut 3 inches long
Celery sticks, cut 3 inches long
Instructions:
Line a baking sheet with wax paper. In a mixing bowl combine Neufchâtel cheese, softened butter, Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, sea salt, and smoked paprika. Mix well. Using a cookie scoop, form mixture into balls, transfer to prepared baking sheet, and refrigerate one hour or until balls are firm. In a shallow dish, combine fresh chives and chopped pecans. Gently press chilled cheeseballs in nut mixture. Insert vegetable stick into each cheeseball. Arrange a platter and serve.
Very imaginative, Gail. They just have to be delicious!
Joanna
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Thank you, Joanna. 🍃🌸
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Thanks. I might make these tomorrow for guests.
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I would love to hear their reaction, if you have time afterwards. 👏👏👏
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Ran out of time to make, but will try soon.
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No worries. Next time. 😜🍂
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Yummilicious
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Perfect for bite-size cravings. 😍🌿
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These are so cute! Love the little handles, and it makes so much sense. Usually, within minutes, the cheese ball becomes a messy cheese lump!
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That’s what I thought. This way everyone gets a perfect serving. 🌿🍃
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Brilliant!
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Those are a great idea! Love bite size treats!
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Plus, it’s travel-size. Perfect for walking around a party. 💜🍃
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so clever, they look delicious!!
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Thanks! I’m sure you could make any cheese ball recipe. 🍃🧀
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Wow delicious
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Something different, yet delicious. 🍃🧀
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Delicious! Definitely a better way of serving. 🙂
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It’s like a modern twist on an old favorite. 😍🌿
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Old favorites are here to stay! 🙂
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You can say that again. 👏
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Once again, art meets plate. And it’s a win/winner!
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Plus, no double-dipping worries! 😜🍃
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Does win/win have room for one more win? Yes, I think it does.
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There’s always room for another WIN. lol 🤣
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Well said!
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This is delicious
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It’s definitely a crowd-pleaser. 👏👏👏
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Yes
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You are right
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Very creative! They look both delicious and healthy 😍
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It’s one way to eat your veggies. 😜🍃🥕
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Almost too good to be true – but it is! 💖🌺
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What a great idea!
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I’m all for simplifying life’s little pleasures. 😋🍂
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Great for that apéritif..
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Now you’re talking! Cheers! 🍸
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