Ingredients
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8 oz cream cheese (softened)
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1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/3 cup chopped green olives
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1/3 cup chopped black olives
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1/3 cup chopped salami
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1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
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2 tbsp chopped pepperoncini (optional)
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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Salt and black pepper to taste
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1/3 cup chopped pecans or crushed crackers (for coating)
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Crackers or crostini for serving
Instructions
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Mix the Cheese Base:
In a large bowl, combine cream cheese, provolone, and mozzarella until smooth. -
Add the Flavor Mix-ins:
Fold in green and black olives, salami, red peppers, pepperoncini, parsley, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. -
Form the Cheese Ball:
Transfer the mixture onto a sheet of plastic wrap. Shape into a ball and wrap tightly. Chill for at least 1 hour, or until firm. -
Coat the Cheese Ball:
Once firm, unwrap the cheese ball and roll in chopped pecans or crushed crackers to coat.
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Serve:
Place on a serving plate and serve with crackers, crostini, or sliced baguette.