Italian Cheese Balls Recipe

Name: Italian Cheese Balls
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup dried bread crumbs; 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese; 1 cup eggs, beaten; 1 onion, chopped; 2 cups vegetable oil for frying; 1 cup tomato juice; 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup dried bread crumbs
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup eggs, beaten
1 onion, chopped
2 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 cup tomato juice
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (optional)

1
In a large bowl, mix together pecans, bread crumbs, cheese, eggs, and onion.
2
Shape into golf ball size balls.
3
Heat oil in an electric deep fryer or heavy saucepan to 365 degrees F ( 170 degrees C).
4
Add cheese balls to hot oil, and fry until brown.
5
Fry in batches to maintain oil temperature.
6
Transfer to an 8 inch square baking pan.
7
In a medium bowl, mix together tomato juice, tomato soup, and cumin.
8
Cover cheese balls with sauce.
9
Sprinkle additional cheese on top, if desired.
10
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 15 minutes.

1535

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped pecans, 1 cup dried bread crumbs, 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, 1 cup eggs, beaten, and more.

Yes, Italian 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.

Italian Cheese Balls

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