Country Ham Cheese Ball - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup diced cooked country ham
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 (8 ounce) package slivered almonds (optional)

Preparation

Combine all ingredients, except almonds, in a large bowl.
Form into a large ball, or two smaller balls, if you prefer.
Pour the almonds into a pie plate, or onto a dinner plate.
Roll the ball(s) in the almonds to coat.
Place into a bowl or on a plate and refrigerate until firm.