Appetizer for 8
Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Ball
Cream cheese, cheddar, Parmesan, bacon, and jalapeños form a savory ball coated with toasted panko and parsley.
$4.22for 4 servings
$1.05 per serving$4.22 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 15 minstart to table
- Mediumdifficulty
- 8servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cream cheese$0.30/oz typical | 8 oz | $2.40Typical price |
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | a little | $0.11Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 3 oz | $0.90Typical price |
| Parmesan$0.55/oz typical | 1 oz | $0.48Typical price |
| Bacon$6.49 each typical | a little | $0.81Typical price |
| Poblano and other fresh chiles$0.60 each typical | 5 | $3.00Typical price |
| Sandwich bread$2.49 each typical | a little | $0.12Typical price |
| Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | a little | $0.09Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $8.43 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Asian sauces and pastesMustard, mayo, ketchupDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 tsp worcestershire sauce
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 1/2 tbsp thinly sliced green onion
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 3 tbsp bacon bits
- 4 oz diced jalapeños
- 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp bacon bits
- 1 jalapeño
Steps
- Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat and toast the panko for 3 minutes.
- Stir the toasted panko, parsley, and 3 tablespoons bacon bits together in a shallow bowl.
- Mix the cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, garlic powder, smoked paprika, green onion, cheddar, Parmesan, 3 tablespoons bacon bits, diced jalapeños, and chopped jalapeño in a medium bowl.
- Shape the cheese mixture into one ball and roll it in the panko mixture.
- Chill the cheese ball for 5 minutes before serving.
Swaps
- Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
- Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
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