PEAR-PECAN CHEESE BALL

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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.

Provided by Reynolds Kitchens(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Reynolds®

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

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
⅓ cup finely chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Stir cream cheese, Cheddar, pear, scallion white, salt, and pepper together in a medium bowl.
  • 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.
  • Just before serving, combine pecans and the reserved scallion greens in a shallow dish. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture, pressing to adhere.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 14.6 mg, Fat 5.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 130.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

Balaram ratan vishwakarma Balaram
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This cheese ball is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Anthony LaCluyse
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I love this cheese ball! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


MDMO ISMIAL
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This cheese ball is a little bit of work to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and it's always a hit at parties.


That Box
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I've made this cheese ball several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


Kasis Parja
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This cheese ball is perfect for a party! It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


nenga mafioso
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I loved this cheese ball! The pears added a nice sweetness that balanced out the sharpness of the cheese.


Larry Sajko
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This cheese ball is way too easy to eat! I could easily eat the whole thing in one sitting.


Alexa Lunner
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cheese ball turned out crumbly. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Maryjane Frausto
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I found this cheese ball to be a bit bland. It needed more seasoning.


Borgely Wilmy
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This cheese ball is a little too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Esme Bodle
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I love this cheese ball! It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory.


Marwan Cortez
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This is my favorite cheese ball recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Ava Stephans
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I've made this cheese ball several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect appetizer for any occasion.


md tahimmia
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This cheese ball is always a hit at parties! I love that it's so easy to make and that I can make it ahead of time.


Lilac Lavender
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I love the combination of flavors in this cheese ball. The pears add a sweetness that balances out the sharpness of the cheese, and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Harun Bepary
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy appetizer. I always have the ingredients on hand, so it's my go-to when I need something to bring to a party.


Joan Ombima
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly! The cheese ball was smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of sweetness and crunch.


MD Parvej Hossin
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I'm not usually a fan of cheese balls, but this one changed my mind! It's light and fluffy, with just the right amount of sweetness from the pears and crunch from the pecans.


Kamryn Obrien
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I made this cheese ball for a holiday party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination of pears, pecans, and cheese.


Davion Campbell
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This is one of the easiest and most delicious cheese balls I've ever made! My guests loved it!