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Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

This Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball is made with ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and plenty of bacon. Serve with crackers and veggies!

Prep Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Course: Appetizer , Condiments , Snacks , Others
Cuisine: American , Canadian

Ingredients

  • 1 package (5 ounces) Oscar Meyer precooked bacon pieces divided
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Pecans
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves divided
  • 2 packages (8 ounces, each) cream cheese softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic 
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 package (1 ounce) ranch seasoning/dressing mix
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 

Instructions

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  1. In a small bowl, combine half of the bacon pieces, all the pecans, and 2 tablespoons parsley; set aside. (This is the mixture you will roll cheese ball in.)
  2. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese, garlic, cheddar cheese, Ranch seasoning, Worcestershire, remaining bacon and parsley on medium-high until well combined.
  3. Cover and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  4. Shape the chilled mixture into a ball and roll in the prepared bacon-pecan mixture. Serve with crackers and veggies. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Yields: 1 cheese ball (serves about 8)