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ZESTY CHEESE FOOTBALL


Active Time : 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Total Time : 1 Hour 20 Minutes
Serves : 24

INGREDIENTS
  • 2 pkgs (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (10 oz each) Ro*TelĀ® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained well
  • 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/4 cup real bacon bits
  • 2 tablespoons DAVIDĀ® Sunflower Kernels, Roasted & Salted
  • 1 green onion top, cut into thin strips
  • Pretzel chips and celery sticks, optional

DIRECTIONS

Combine cream cheese, drained tomatoes, Cheddar cheese and chopped onions in medium bowl. Cover; chill in refrigerator at least 1 hour or until firm. Form into football shape on serving plate.

Press bacon bits and kernels evenly on top and sides of cheese ball. Place green onion strips on cheese ball to resemble laces on football. Serve with pretzel chips and celery sticks, if desired.