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Monterey Ranch Cheese Ball

Cultural Context

The Monterey Ranch Cheese Ball is a popular American appetizer, often served at parties and gatherings. It combines the creamy texture of cheese with the zesty flavor of ranch seasoning, making it a crowd-pleaser. This dish reflects the trend of cheese balls in American cuisine, which have evolved to include various flavor profiles and ingredients, appealing to diverse tastes.

AmericanUSappetizer
20 min
easy
6 servings
Servings4
1 block softened cream cheese
8oz cheese
1 pack ranch seasoning
Chives (optional)
Bacon pieces (optional)
shredded cheese
finely chopped pecans
ritz crackers

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

shredded Monterey Jack cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: cheddar cheese

Cheddar is more widely available and less expensive

chopped pecans

🥗Healthier: chopped walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds are often less expensive and nut-free

1

Mix all ingredients in a mixing bowl.

2

Blend until combined.

3

Form into a ball using plastic wrap.

4

Set in fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes.

5

Roll the cheeseball in shredded cheese or finely chopped pecans before serving.

6

Serve with ritz crackers.

Cooking Techniques

mixingshaping

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlplastic wrap

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetariandairy-free

Allergens

dairynuts

Also Known As

cheese ballranch cheese ball

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