Japaleno Cheese Ball/Spread

By nanapuddin

from Judy Gilley/Azle book club

Ingredients

• 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese
• 1 T. sour cream, can add a little extra if wanted
• 2 c. shredded Mexican cheese
• 1 package dry Italian dressing
• 4 finely chopped green onions (optional)
• 1/2 c. bacon crumbles (optional)
• 4 or more diced jalapenos, seeded
• 1/4 c. finely chopped pecans

Preparation

Step 1

Mix everything except the pecans in a large bowl. If making a cheese ball, be sure to let it set in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, which makes it easier to form a ball. Roll in chopped pecans. If making a cheese spread, just spread it into a serving dish and sprinkle the pecans on top. I use more than ¼ c. of pecans.