Savory Bacon, Cheddar, Ranch Cheese Ball

This quick and easy appetizer is great for any gathering occasion, whether it is a large Holiday gathering with family and friends or a smaller event like hosting a super bowl party, you can't go wrong with bacon and cheddar.

Ingredients

8 slices of bacon; 16oz cream cheese (2 packages of 8oz) - soften; 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese; 2 Tbsp of Garlic powder; 2 Tbsp onion powder; 1oz packet dry ranch seasoning; 1/2 cup chopped scallions; Salt and pepper to your liking for taste.

Directions

Step 1

Remove cream cheese from fridge to soften.

Step 2

Cook bacon in a skillet (or preffered method) and let cool (I use ready to use bacon if in a time crunch and simply microwave 90 seconds, personal trick).

Step 3

Chop bacon and scallions.

Step 4

Combine softened cream cheese, cheddar cheese, rancjh seasoning, garlic and onion powder.

Step 5

Add in half your chopped bacon and salt and pepper to taste. mixing it well together.

Step 6

Use plastic wrap to help form into a ball and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until ready to serve.

Step 7

Remove plastic wrap and roll the ball in remaining bacon and the scallions.

Step 8

Serve with your favorite crackers (personally love it with Triscuits and Flatbread crakers).

Step 9

Gobble it all up!