Cheeseball

This little lump of cheese deliciousness is good for any occasion, really. We were invited to a friend's house for a Mother's Day dinner party, of which the men were in charge; Dickson was assigned to bring an appetizer, so I did some research, gave him a few options that sounded good, and he took it from there. Everyone at the dinner party raved about it (first about how enormous it was, but later they were glad it was so big, because it was totally gone by the time we went home).

2 8-oz. packages cream cheese, softened (you can use light cream cheese)
2 c. (8 oz.) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
3 Tbsp. finely chopped green onions
1/4 c. finely chopped bell pepper
2 tsp. seasoning salt
1 small can crushed pineapple, drained very well (you may want to press in a fine-mesh strainer)
1/2 c. pecan pieces, chopped (you can also use pecan “chips”)

 

In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except pecans. Mix well. No matter how good my intentions, I always end up mixing it with my hands sooner or later. When thoroughly mixed, shape into a ball and roll in crushed pecans. Chill thoroughly. Serve with crackers and/or vegetables.

 

(Source: Our Best Bites: http://www.ourbestbites.com/2008/12/holiday-and-any-other-day-cheeseball/)