The Football Cheese Ball is a delectable and crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the irresistible flavors of sour, salty, and savory. Packed with a creamy blend of cream cheese, cheddar, sour cream, and ranch seasoning, this cheese ball is then wrapped in a crispy bacon exterior and adorned with whole pecans, pecan halves, and shredded mozzarella cheese, creating a visually stunning and texturally satisfying dish. This recipe is sure to appeal to sports enthusiasts, game-day hosts, and cheese lovers alike, as it offers a delightful balance of indulgent flavors and a fun, football-inspired presentation that is sure to be the star of any gathering.
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Ingredients
1 package(s) ranch seasoning
Instructions
1. Cook the 1 lb of bacon until crispy, then crumble it and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine the 16 oz of cream cheese, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 cups of cheddar cheese, 5 chopped green onions, 3/4 cup of pecans, and 1 package of ranch seasoning. Mix until well blended.
3. Shape the cheese mixture into a football shape and place it on a serving platter.
4. Cook the 1 lb of bacon until crispy, then crumble it and sprinkle it over the top of the cheese ball.
5. Arrange 12 whole pecans, 6 pecan halves, and 2 tbsp of chopped pecans around the cheese ball to create a football lacing design.
6. Cut the mozzarella cheese into small pieces and arrange them on top of the cheese ball to create the football's "laces".
7. Refrigerate the cheese ball until ready to serve.
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