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Cheddar Ranch Cheeseball

Classic and easy recipes for a holiday appetizer that is good all year long.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword appetizers, cheddar cheese, Christmas, crackers, cream cheese, ranch dressing, Thanksgiving
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Servings 12 people
Author Amy Williams mynameissnickerdoodle.com
Cost $7

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened
  • 16 oz Medium or Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
  • 1 pkt Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix
  • 1 1/2 Cups Pecans Chopped
  • 1 TBSP Fresh Parsley Finely Chopped

Instructions

  • In a medium pan add chopped pecans.
  • Over medium heat toast pecans for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  • Remove from pan to a paper towel lined plate and cool completely.
  • In a bowl combine cream cheese, shredded cheese and ranch seasoning together until fully combined.
  • On a plate or tray mix together toasted pecans and chopped parsley.
  • Form the cheese mixture in a ball then roll it in the pecan and parsley mixture until completely coated.
  • Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minute or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Serve with crackers.