Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball

Bacon-Ranch Cheese Ball                     From: Amy Bailey

2 8 oz packages cream cheese

½ c. crumbled bacon

6 oz. shredded sharp cheddar cheese

1 envelope Hidden Valley Ranch dressing mix (original flavor)

Coarsely chopped pecans

1. Let cheeses come to room temperature. In a lg bowl, mix the cheeses.

2. Gradually mix in dressing mix. Add bacon; mix thoroughly.

3. (At this point you can refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up before rolling into a ball.)

4. Roll the mixture into one large ball, or two smaller balls. Roll in the chopped pecans.

5. Serve with a cracker assortment.