CLASSIC PINECONE CHEDDAR-JACK CHEESE BALL

Classic Pinecone Cheddar-Jack Cheese Ball image

Studded with toasted almonds and shaped like a pinecone, this creamy Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese ball is a classic that knows how to start the party.

Provided by My Food and Family

Time 2h20m

Yield 16 servings, 2 Tbsp. each

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pkg. (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Cheddar & Monterey Jack Cheeses
2 Tbsp. GREY POUPON Dijon Mustard
2 Tbsp. canned chopped green chiles
2 green onions, sliced
1/3 cup sliced almonds, toasted

Steps:

Process first 3 ingredients in food processor until blended. Stir in chiles and onions.
Shape into 4-inch oval on sheet of waxed paper to resemble pinecone. Insert nuts in rows to completely cover cream cheese mixture. Transfer to serving plate.
Refrigerate 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g