A sweet and savory cheese ball combining creamy cream cheese with the tropical sweetness of crushed pineapple and the crunch of pecans. Seasoned with Lawry’s, green pepper, and onion, it’s a unique and delicious party appetizer.
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Recipe
| Measurements | Ingredients |
|---|---|
| For the Cheese Ball: | |
| 2 (8 oz) pkgs | Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened |
| 1 (8 oz) can | Crushed Pineapple, well drained |
| 1/4 cup | Green Bell Pepper, finely chopped |
| 1 tbsp | Onion, finely chopped |
| 1 tbsp | Lawry’s Seasoned Salt |
| For the Coating: | |
| 1 cup | Chopped Pecans |
Instructions
1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, well-drained crushed pineapple, finely chopped green bell pepper, finely chopped onion, and Lawry’s Seasoned Salt. 2. Mix with a spatula or an electric mixer until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. 3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the mixture to firm up. 4. The next day, shape the chilled mixture into a ball. 5. Spread the chopped pecans on a plate or a sheet of wax paper and roll the cheese ball in the nuts until it is completely coated. 6. Wrap and refrigerate again until you are ready to serve.
