Cheese Balls Recipe

Name: Cheese Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Snacks & Appetizers
Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated; 1/2 c. milk; 1/2 c. flour; salt; freshly ground black pepper; dash of nutmeg; 1/2 lb. cheese (such as Swiss, Jarlsberg or Gouda), grated; 2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese; 3 Tbsp. minced, cured ham; 1 tsp. grated onion; oil for frying

Servings: persons

2 eggs, separated
1/2 c. milk
1/2 c. flour
salt
freshly ground black pepper
dash of nutmeg
1/2 lb. cheese (such as Swiss, Jarlsberg or Gouda), grated
2 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
3 Tbsp. minced, cured ham
1 tsp. grated onion
oil for frying

1
In a bowl, beat the egg yolks with a wire whisk until light colored.
2
Stir in the milk, then gradually add the flour and beat until smooth.
3
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff, but not dry.
4
Fold the yolk mixture into the whites, adding the salt, pepper, nutmeg, cheeses, ham and onion.
5
Drop by teaspoonful into hot oil, at least 1/2-inch deep and fry, turning once, until just golden.
6
Do not overcook.
7
Drain and serve immediately or keep warm in a 250u00b0 oven for up to 1 hour.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 eggs, separated, 1/2 c. milk, 1/2 c. flour, salt, and more.

Yes, Cheese Balls falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cheese Balls

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