Shrimp Cheese Ball

Recipe View Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in the garlic, onion, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, and red pepper flakes; cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in the shrimp. Cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Drain and discard any excess grease. Set aside to cool slightly. (2 minutes)

Recipe View In a large bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, liquid smoke, and lemon juice until smooth. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Stir in the cooled shrimp mixture and 1/2 cup of chopped pecans, mixing until evenly distributed. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Roll the mixture into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until slightly firm. (30 minutes)

Recipe View In a separate bowl, mix the chopped parsley with the remaining 1/2 cup of pecans. (2 minutes)

Recipe View Roll the cheese ball in the parsley-pecan mixture until completely covered. (3 minutes)

Recipe View Cover and refrigerate the cheese ball until completely firm. (2 hours)