FOOTBALL CHEESE BALL WITH BACON RECIPES

Steps:

• Combine cream cheese, monterey jack. cheddar, about 2 tablespoons of green onion, garlic powder and hot sauce in a large bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Beat with a hand mixer until evenly mixed and fluffy. Transfer cream cheese mixture to your serving platter and form cream cheese mixture into a football shape. Press crushed pretzels, remaining green onion and cooked bacon onto all sides of the football cheeseball. If the mixture is too thick, refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until it keeps it shape. Cut the slice of mozzarella into strips to create the laces. You'll need one long strip and 3-5 smaller pieces. Top the football cheeseball with mozzarella laces and serve with crackers and chips.

Steps:

• Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop the cooled bacon into small pieces.
• Stir together the cream cheese and ranch dressing mix in a bowl until smooth. Add the bacon, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and olives; stir until well combined. Shape the mixture into a ball and roll in the chopped pecans. Refrigerate overnight.