CHEESE BALL I

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This is a wonderful cheese ball. It is very easy to make and simply delicious. Whenever I make it for gatherings or work it always gets great reviews. Serve with an assortment of crackers.

Provided by Ellen Rainey

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Ball Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
3 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (1 ounce) package Ranch-style dressing mix
2 cups chopped pecans
4 pecan halves

Steps:

In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, and dressing mix. Form into one large ball or two smaller balls. Roll in chopped pecans to coat surface. Decorate the top with pecan halves. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.9 g, Cholesterol 28.4 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 179.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g