Use Reynolds KITCHENS® Quick Cut? Plastic Wrap to shape your cheese ball into a football for a fun game day appetizer. Score the extra point by using slices of bell pepper or cheese to create the laces on top.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 ¼ cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 medium firm ripe pear, finely chopped
- 1 scallion, white and green separated, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- Reynolds KITCHENS® Quick Cut? Plastic Wrap
- 1/3 cup finely chopped toasted pecans
Directions
Step 1
Stir cream cheese, Cheddar, pear, scallion white, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl.
Step 2
Coat a large piece of plastic wrap with cooking spray. Scoop the cheese mixture onto it. Using the plastic wrap to help you, form the cheese mixture into a ball, then completely wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 2 days.
Step 3
Just before serving, combine pecans and the reserved scallion greens in a shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture, pressing to adhere.
Reynolds KITCHENS(R) Tip:
Get creative with the shape of your cheese ball to customize your appetizer for any occasion or holiday. A cheese ball can easily become a football, heart, Easter egg, pumpkin, or any other creative shape you can dream up with the help of Reynolds KITCHENS(R) Quick Cut(TM) Plastic Wrap.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 24 | |
Calories 69 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat6g | 7% |
Saturated Fat3g | 15% |
Cholesterol15mg | 5% |
Sodium131mg | 6% |
Total Carbohydrate2g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber0g | 1% |
Total Sugars1g | |
Protein3g | |
Vitamin C0mg | 2% |
Calcium61mg | 5% |
Iron0mg | 1% |
Potassium35mg | 1% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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