Cheese ball appetizers

Ingredients

• 8.8 oz ricotta cheese
• 3.5 oz grated Parmesan cheese (about 1 cup)
• pepper (to taste)
• oregano (to taste)

For garnish:

• paprika
• fresh basil leaves
• pretzel sticks

Preparation

• Mix ricotta and Parmesan. Season to taste with pepper and oregano.
  Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
• Shape into balls: here I used 1 tablespoon of mixture to make one ball.
  
• Roll the balls in the filling of your choice. Paprika, for example.
• Another example: fresh basil leaves. Place basil leaves in a glass or bowl, cut into small pieces with scissors. Place the ball in the container and shake to roll the ball in the mixture and coat.
  
• Plant stick-shaped pretzels inside and arrange on a pretty plate. Ready for the aperitif :-)

Observations

How to store cheese balls after preparation?
We recommend keeping them refrigerated in an airtight container to maintain their freshness for up to 3 days.

Can I replace ricotta with another cheese?
Yes, you can use plain or flavored cream cheese.

Can the cheese balls be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the balls in advance and store them in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before serving.

What other ingredients can be added to vary the flavours?
You can add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme, or even spices like cumin to give your cheese balls a different touch.

What to coat the cheese balls with?
You can coat them with sesame seeds, fresh herbs like basil, but also parsley, chives... Don't hesitate to roll them in crushed walnuts or other spices!

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