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Tuna Pecan Ball

By Diana Rattray, About.com

This appetizer spread is made with cream cheese, tuna, pecans, and olives.

Ingredients:

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (7 ounces) solid white tuna, drained and flaked
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
  • 3 tablespoons finely chopped celery
  • 5 pimiento stuffed olives, chopped
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Preparation:

Combine all ingredients except pecans; stir well to blend. Shape mixture into a ball; cover and chill for 1 hour. Roll in chopped pecans; cover and chill thoroughly. Serve cheese ball with assorted crackers.
Makes 2 cups.

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