Bolita Di Keshi (Cheese Balls)

Another Caribbean recipe! This time it's cheese balls that would be great as an appetizer or snack! (You may want to use a combination of the sharp cheese and some Gouda or Edam cheese for a more authentic Dutch Caribbean flavor!) Prep time includes time for dough to set 1 hour; cook time is estimate on how long each cheese ball cooks in oil

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Yields: 36 balls

Ingredients

• 1  lb sharp cheddar cheese
• 2  eggs
• 1  teaspoon baking powder
• 2  cups flour
•  garlic powder, to taste (optional)
•  hot  oil

Directions

1. Finely grate cheese.
2. Add remaining ingredients except oil.
3. Knead dough and cover with damp cloth for 1 hour.
4. Shape into small balls.
5. Drop into deep hot oil.
6. Fry until golden brown.
7. Drain on paper towels.
8. Serve hot.
9. OPTION: Add 1 TBSP.
10. chopped onion.