SUPER BOWL CHEESE FOOTBALL

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I found this wonderful recipe on another site and then modified it a little. There were two recipes there and I chose this one to make because I prefer chopped nuts on a cheese ball. It is so pretty and great for the Super Bowl.

Provided by Mimi in Maine

Categories     Spreads

Time 15m

Yield 20-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese (softened)
1 (8 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mayonnaise or 1/2 cup Miracle Whip
1 tablespoon onion (finely chopped)
1 tablespoon green pepper (finely chopped)
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup chopped walnuts
3 thin strips sweet red peppers (for the lacing)
assorted cracker

Steps:

  • With an electric mixer beat the first four ingredients till blended.
  • Add onions and green pepper; mix well.
  • Refrigerate several hours.
  • Form into a football and coat with chopped nuts.
  • Add sweet red pepper strips for the lacing.
  • Serve with crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.8, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 39.1, Sodium 182.4, Carbohydrate 3.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.8, Protein 5.8

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