Cheese Ball

Cheese Ball Recipe

I decided to post the recipe for my cheese ball for a few reasons.  1.  I forget what I do and I made my own recipe.  2.  I thought someone else might like the recipe.  (I know my adorable nephew would eat his weight in these, if Liz would let him!)  3.  I was making a cheese ball when I got the idea to blog recipes.  

So here it goes...

2 8 oz.packages of cream cheese (just any 2, full fat blocks of yummy cream cheese)
1 lb of bacon (it looks like a lot, but trust me you will want every little piece)
3 Tbsp. mayonnaise (this is one of the only times I will say do not use Miracle Whip)
2 green onions (more or less, to taste)
something to roll it in: shredded cheddar cheese, crushed pecans, whatever

1. Set the cream cheese on the counter to soften it.
2. Cook the bacon. The microwave works just fine and is way less messy.
3. Crumble the bacon into a medium/large bowl.  (I say crumble, but I seriously just go to town with the kitchen scissors and it is plenty simple that way.)
4. Chop up the green onions.  (again use scissors)
5. Dump in the cream cheese and mayo.
6. Mix all ingredients thoroughly.
7. Put plastic wrap on the counter or on a flat pan.  Plop the cheese mixture into the center of the plastic wrap. Wrap the cheese while making the shape of a sphere/ball.
8. Refrigerate the cheese ball for 3-4 hours, or overnight.
9. When you are ready to serve the cheese ball, you can roll it in the cheese or pecans. Place it on a plate and surround by your favorite crackers.
10. What isn't eaten (as if that would happen) can be stored in the fridge for a few days.

The hardest part of this thing is "crumbling" the bacon.  

Questions, comments, or concerns?  Email me or comment below!