Cheesy Football Dip or Spread
Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 3 hr 15 min
Makes:
3-1/2 cups spread or 30 servings, about 2 Tbsp. spread & 5 crackers each
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans
RITZ Crackers
BEAT cheeses and dressing in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed
until well blended.
ADD onions and pepper; mix well. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or
overnight.
FORM into football shape; roll in pecans. Garnish with pimiento strips or
roasted red pepper strips for the "lacing," if desired. Serve as a spread
for the crackers.
Kraft Kitchens Tips
Size-Wise
Since this cheesy spread makes 30 servings, it's perfect to serve at your
next gathering of family or friends.
Substitute
Substitute ground red pepper (cayenne) for the black pepper.
Substitute
Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 3 hr 15 min
Makes:
3-1/2 cups spread or 30 servings, about 2 Tbsp. spread & 5 crackers each
2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
1 pkg. (8 oz.) KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 cup chopped PLANTERS Pecans
RITZ Crackers
BEAT cheeses and dressing in medium bowl with electric mixer on medium speed
until well blended.
ADD onions and pepper; mix well. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or
overnight.
FORM into football shape; roll in pecans. Garnish with pimiento strips or
roasted red pepper strips for the "lacing," if desired. Serve as a spread
for the crackers.
Kraft Kitchens Tips
Size-Wise
Since this cheesy spread makes 30 servings, it's perfect to serve at your
next gathering of family or friends.
Substitute
Substitute ground red pepper (cayenne) for the black pepper.
Substitute
