Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 8 ounces of cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup of crumbled cooked bacon
• 1/4 cup of chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup of chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra chopped pecans, cooked bacon, and green onions for coating

Instructions:

Introduction:

Prepare to delight your guests with this rich and flavorful cheese ball, combining classic ingredients like cheddar, bacon, and pecans for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Body:

1. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, blend the shredded cheddar cheese with the softened cream cheese until well combined. Add the crumbled bacon, green onions, chopped pecans, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
2. Form the Cheese Ball: Once mixed, use your hands to form the mixture into a ball. If the mixture is too soft to handle, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to firm up before shaping.
3. Coat the Cheese Ball: Roll the formed cheese ball in a mixture of additional chopped pecans, bacon, and green onions to coat the outside completely.
4. Chill: Place the cheese ball in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the ball to firm up.

Conclusion:

Serve your cheese ball on a platter surrounded by crackers, sliced baguettes, or vegetable sticks. It’s perfect for any celebration or as a special treat during the holidays.

Enjoy your homemade bacon cheddar cheese ball!