Best 6 Ruths Roquefort Cheese Ball Recipes

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"Ruth's Roquefort Cheese Ball" is a classic holiday appetizer that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy flavor of Roquefort cheese with the creamy richness of cream cheese and walnuts. Served with crackers or bread, this delightful cheese ball will be the star of any party or gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

ROQUEFORT CHEESE BALLS



Roquefort Cheese Balls image

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield About 24 cheese balls

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound Roquefort or other good blue cheese
6 tablespoons softened butter
1 1/2 tablespoons minced chives
2 tablespoons finely minced celery
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon Cognac
1/2 cup fine stale white-bread crumbs
2 tablespoons very finely minced parsley

Steps:

  • Crush the cheese in a bowl with 4 tablespoons of the butter and work it into a smooth paste. Beat in the chives, celery, seasonings and Cognac. If mixture is very stiff, beat in more butter by fractions. Check seasoning carefully, adding salt if necessary (probably not). Using two teaspoons, shape into quenelles or roll into balls around 1/2 inch in diameter.
  • Toss breadcrumbs and parsley in a wide shallow bowl. Roll the cheese balls in the mixture so they are well covered. Chill. Serve as is or pierced with a toothpick.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 62, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 114 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

FLAVORED CHEESE BALLS



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Make all 3 flavors of cheese balls or prepare just 1 or 2, adjusting the ingredients accordingly.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Appetizers

Yield Makes three 4-inch cheese balls

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
3 packages cream cheese (8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
5 dashes hot sauce (such as Tabasco)
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
8 ounces sharp orange cheddar cheese, finely shredded
2 tablespoons store-bought chutney
3/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
Water crackers, for serving
6 ounces Roquefort cheese
1 shallot, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons brandy (optional)
1 cup toasted walnuts, coarsely chopped
Vegetable chips (such as Terra Chips Sweets & Beets), for serving
8 ounces goat cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1/3 cup fresh curly-leaf parsley, finely chopped
1 English cucumber, cut into 1/8-inch-thick slices, for serving

Steps:

  • Put butter, cream cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper into the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until combined. Divide equally among 3 medium bowls.
  • Stir cheddar cheese and chutney with base mixture in the first bowl. Form into a ball. Roll cheese ball in cranberries to coat before serving. Serve with crackers.
  • Stir blue cheese and shallot with base mixture in second bowl; add brandy, if desired. Form into a ball. Roll in walnuts to coat before serving. Serve with chips.
  • Stir goat cheese and scallions with base mixture in remaining bowl. Form into a ball. Roll in parsley to coat before serving. Serve with cucumber slices.

ROQUEFORT BUTTER



Roquefort Butter image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 ounces good Roquefort cheese
1 tablespoon chopped scallions

Steps:

  • Place the butter and Roquefort cheese in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and mix on medium speed until smooth. Add the scallions and mix until combined. Cut a strip of parchment paper 4 1/2 inches wide and place the mixture on the short end of the paper. Roll into a log about 1 inch in diameter, rolling the parchment paper around the butter mixture. Chill.

RUTH'S ROQUEFORT CHEESE BALL



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A decadent cheese ball made with blue cheese, onion and spices. Adjust the amount of heat to suit your guests. This is perfect if you are a blue cheese lover!

Provided by DOREENBUCH

Categories     Cheese Balls

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 ounces crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3 drops hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¾ cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and blue cheese. Blend in the celery, onion, hot pepper sauce, and cayenne pepper. Chill overnight, or until firm.
  • Roll the chilled cheese mixture into a ball, and coat with pecans. Wrap in waxed paper, and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 38.8 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 235 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

RUTH'S ROQUEFORT CHEESE BALL



Ruth's Roquefort Cheese Ball image

A decadent cheese ball made with blue cheese, onion and spices. Adjust the amount of heat to suit your guests. This is perfect if you are a blue cheese lover!

Provided by DOREENBUCH

Categories     Cheese Balls

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 ounces crumbled blue cheese
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
3 drops hot pepper sauce (e.g. Tabasco™), or to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper
¾ cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese and blue cheese. Blend in the celery, onion, hot pepper sauce, and cayenne pepper. Chill overnight, or until firm.
  • Roll the chilled cheese mixture into a ball, and coat with pecans. Wrap in waxed paper, and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206.6 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 38.8 mg, Fat 20.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 235 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

ROQUEFORT CHEESE DRESSING



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Use this over the classic iceberg wedge or simply pour over nice ripe tomatoes and roasted sweet onions.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 2 3/4 cups, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup crumbled Roquefort cheese (about 6 oz)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar
1/4 cup milk
1 tablespoon brandy
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Place 1/2 c of the cheese in a food processor. Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, olive oil, vinegar, milk, brandy and cayenne. Pulse 5 or 6 times just to blend. Scrape mixture into a bowl and fold in the remaining cheese crumbles. Refrigerate any leftovers. It can be stored in the refrigerator for 1 week.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the cheese ball will taste.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature before mixing. This will help it blend smoothly with the other ingredients.
  • If you don't have any chopped walnuts, you can use another type of nut, such as pecans or almonds.
  • If you don't have any chopped parsley, you can use another type of fresh herb, such as chives or dill.
  • To make the cheese ball ahead of time, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate it for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the cheese ball with crackers, bread, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

This Roquefort cheese ball is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any party or gathering. It is made with a combination of Roquefort cheese, cream cheese, walnuts, parsley, and other seasonings. The cheese ball is then rolled in chopped walnuts and served with crackers, bread, or vegetables. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your guests!

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