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By Jude W. Theriot
Posted July 23rd, 2007
This article is reprinted with permission from Cajun Low-carb, by Jude W. Theriot, (2005, Pelican Publishing Company)
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Servings: 12
Author Notes: This is a good way to use leftover ham. Be sure to chop the ham finely or chop it in a food processor. You can also a little shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the mix for a different taste. I sometimes like to serve both balls, some with the cheese added and some without. It's like having two appetizers, since they taste so different. Either way, these ham balls will be a hit!
Ingredients: 2 cups ham, finely chopped
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon Pickapeppa sauce
2 teaspoons Tabasco® sauce
3 tablespoons finely minced onions
2 cups pecans, finely chopped
paprika to dust balls
Instructions: In a large mixing bowl, add all the ingredients except the paprika and blend together until smooth; cover bowl and refrigerate for 5 hours or until the mixture is somewhat firm.

Line a large tray with waxed paper. Using a tablespoon, scoop out about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it into a ball with your hand. Place on the waxed paper and repeat the process until all the mixture is used. It should make about 30 ham balls. Dust the balls lightly with paprika and cover the tray with plastic wrap and refrigerate. When you are ready to serve, arrange the ham balls on a nice serving tray. Serve chilled.

Total carbs per serving: 5.4 g
Net carbs per serving: 4.3 g
Calories per serving: 284


 

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