TURKEY CHEESE BALL

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While the real bird is roasting, you can present your guests with this tasty Thanksgiving turkey. It also makes for a fun centerpiece. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 45m

Yield 1 cheese ball (3 cups).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (8 ounces each) reduced-fat cream cheese
6 ounces deli smoked turkey, finely chopped
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
DECORATIONS:
9 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons 2% milk
Brown, orange and yellow paste food coloring
6 large oval crackers
1 large sweet red pepper
1 small yellow summer squash
1 cup pecan halves
Assorted crackers

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the first six ingredients until combined. Shape into a ball; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. , In another small bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth. Divide among four small bowls. With food coloring, tint one bowl brown, one dark orange and one light orange (using yellow and orange); leave one bowl plain. , Transfer each mixture to a heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; cut a small hole in a corner of each bag. , For turkey tail feathers, decorate the top halves of large oval crackers with tinted cream cheese. , Using the red pepper, form the turkey head, neck and wattle. For beak, cut a small triangle from summer squash; attach with cream cheese. Add eyes, using brown and plain cream cheese. Insert pecan halves and decorated crackers into cheese ball. Serve with assorted crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72 calories, Fat 5g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Rastgo Farman
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This cheese ball is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make it ahead of time.


MD Nural islam
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I've made this cheese ball several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


borsha rana
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This cheese ball is a great way to use up leftover turkey. It's also a great make-ahead appetizer.


TaLeah LleweLlyn
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I'm not a big fan of turkey, but I loved this cheese ball. It was so creamy and flavorful.


Sultani Ghani
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This turkey cheese ball is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Petunia Nzama
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This recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Md Abbus
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I've never been a fan of cheese balls, but this one changed my mind. It's so good!


Yolanda Ibarra
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This cheese ball is always a hit at my parties. It's so creamy and flavorful.


Linda Flores
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I love how easy this recipe is. I can throw it together in no time.


Rochelle skipper
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This was my first time making a cheese ball and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


S T Saidy
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Yum!


Gaming Zihad
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I've made this turkey cheese ball several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer for any party or gathering.


Ridoy King
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This turkey cheese ball was a hit at my holiday party! It was easy to make and everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.


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