Festive Olive Cheese Ball recipe

16 servings

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup butter, room temperature

1 (5 ounce) jar pimento-stuffed green olives, drained and minced

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder

1 cup chopped walnuts

In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese and margarine until well blended.

Mix in the green olives and garlic powder.

Shape into a ball, and roll in chopped walnuts to coat.

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, but preferably overnight.

Serve with an assortment of crackers.