Easy Cheese Ball II Recipe
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Easy Cheese Ball II

By: EXPLORE725 
"A delicious and easy way to enjoy a cheese ball. Serve with crackers and enjoy! You can cut this recipe in half to make a smaller version. You could substitute Colby, mozzarella, or Monterey Jack cheese for the Cheddar the recipe calls for."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (496)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Ready In:
2 Hrs 5 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 to 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Directions

  1. In a medium size bowl, mash cream cheese. Mix dressing mix and Cheddar cheese into the cream cheese. Shape the mixture into a ball. Roll the ball in the chopped nuts. Refrigerate covered until ready to serve. Yum!

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 557 | Total Fat: 52.5g | Cholesterol: 113mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2007 by ANDREWSMA   view full review
USE REAL BACON BITS! :) I made one with the pecans and one with real bacon bits and the bacon...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 14, 2006 by PARKER9   view full review
This is such a pleasant surprise! A perfect, easy appetizer that travels well. Great for big...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2007 by SouthernTennisChick   view full review
I have made this several times now since finding the recipe. I personally like it better the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2004 by TAYL5286   view full review
This was an outstanding cheese ball. The ingredients are simple and few. Preparation is easy...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 12, 2007 by Jess   view full review
This is very popular each time I make it. Like other reviewers said, make it in advance to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 30, 2006 by madcook   view full review
I ended up using 1/2 oz of the ranch dressing. Any more would be too strong and salty for me....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 23, 2004 by MARNIE4   view full review
This is a fantastic recipe, very easy. Be sure to try toasting the pecans first!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 10, 2003 by ROBINV   view full review
The ranch dressing really makes this cheese ball delicious! I love cheese anyway, but this...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 19, 2003 by patti Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Absolutely yummy and easy to make! Tastes better the second day. I used pistachios for the...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 20, 2006 by MHASHLEY   view full review
Excellent no fail cheese ball. Keeps a long time in the fridge! Thanks

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