Company Cheese Spread

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This stunning, make-ahead cheese spread is always the star of the party. A creamy, savory cheese mixture is molded into a ring with a crunchy pecan and bacon topping, then served with a sweet and spicy pepper jelly for the perfect bite.

Yields: 1 large ring (about 8 cups)
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours (or up to 24 hours)

Ingredients

For the Cheese Spread:

  • 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • ½ cup sour cream

  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

  • 3 green onions, finely chopped

  • 1 cup real bacon crumbles

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

For the Savory Topping (the “Crust”):

  • 1 cup pecans, chopped

  • ⅓ cup bacon crumbles

  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

For Serving:

  • ¾ cup pepper jelly (or your favorite fruit jam)

  • Crackers, sliced baguette, or pretzel chips

Instructions:

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