Thanksgiving is probably the only holiday I can think of where appetizers are never really needed.
I mean, think about it. If you’re part of the Feast Cooking Team, you’re “tasting” all day, to the point where you can barely eat a full plate come dinner time. And, if you’re on the Football & Beer Crew, you’re most likely sneaking in the kitchen during refills and swiping any bites you can, leaving no need for a table of nibbles to keep you satisfied until dinner is ready.
In the case of this Cranberry Pistachio Cheese Ball, though…you may want to just have it in the kitchen to curb your turkey- or yam-snacking. I promise, you’ll still be hungry for stuffing later!
The combination of tangy cream cheese and bold cheddar (I recommend Cabot White Oak Cheddar!) makes for great flavors by themselves – but then adding salty pistachios and sweet and tart dried cranberries? Total knockout taste.
Plus, you can have this 4-ingredient masterpiece ready for any would-be snackers in about an hour (less if you’re not picky about how pretty it looks.) Make two for a bigger holiday crowd – this baby won’t last long!
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What is your favorite holiday appetizer?
