Easy-Does-It Tailgating Grub
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Head Country BBQ Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball
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Description : This classic cheese ball gets a boost of flavor from barbecue seasoning and bacon .
Roll the mixture in a delicious combo of parsley , crumbled bacon and pecans . This great-looking cheese ball is perfect for gatherings , parties and the holidays . The flavors work year round .
Serve it with pita chips , pretzels , crackers and an assortment of veggies . It ’ s also a good addition on a charctuerie board !
Ingredients :
2 ( 8-ounce ) packages cream cheese , room temperature 3 tablespoons Hiland Sour Cream 1-ounce package ranch seasoning 1 1 / 2 teaspoons Head Country Championship Seasoning 1 1 / 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese 1 / 2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 8 slices Bar-S Bacon , cooked and chopped 1 / 3 cup chopped parsley 2 / 3 cup chopped Knight Creek Farms Pecans
Directions :
1 . Add cream cheese , sour cream , ranch seasoning and Head Country Seasoning to a large mixing bowl . Stir until combined . Add shredded cheeses , half of the bacon and all but 3 tablespoons of the parsley ( set aside the rest for later ). Stir this mixture until thoroughly combined .
2 . Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap tightly in plastic wrap . Refrigerate for several hours or overnight , until firm .
3 . Make the outer coating just before serving . Combine pecans , remaining half of the bacon and remaining parsley to a bowl . Stir to combine . Spread out on a plate or flat surface .
4 . Roll the cheese ball in the mixture , being sure to coat the entire outside . Press the coating in well so that it sticks . Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to eat .
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From the Made in Oklahoma Coalition
STILLWATER OKLAHOMA MAGAZINE / 18