Ingredients for Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pimiento
- Fresh Parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional), to taste
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- chopped pecans or your favorite nuts (optional)
- butter crackers or your favorite dippers
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How to Make Bacon Cheddar Cheese Ball
- In a medium bowl, combine 8 ounces cream cheese, softened; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Gently mix all ingredients until thoroughly combined. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon to 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional), to taste.
- Shape the mixture into a ball.
- Wrap the cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, roll the cheese ball in chopped pecans or your favorite nuts (optional).
- Serve with butter crackers or your favorite dippers. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
16 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
83g
Carbs
0g