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Taco Cheese Ball Wreath

With a surprising taco-flavor, this rich and creamy cheese ball is shaped and decorated like a wreath so it's perfect for your holiday table. Serve with crackers, corn chips, or Fritos® Scoops®.

Submitted by Nicole McLaughlin

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time:

Total Time: 4 hrs 15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

  • *1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • *8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • *½ (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
  • *1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
  • *4 stalks green onions, roughly chopped
  • *1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
  • *1 medium Roma tomato, cored and diced
  • *2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
  • *1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Directions

Step 1

Cover the interior of a 16-ounce container with cling film, ensuring some extends past the edges.

Step 2

In a food processor, blend the Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and taco spice mix until smooth. Incorporate half the cilantro, green chiles, and scallions, pulsing briefly to retain some texture rather than blending into a puree.

Step 3

Move the mixture into the prepared bowl, flattening the top evenly. Seal the container and chill in the fridge for a minimum of 4 hours, ideally overnight.

Step 4

Flip the cheese onto a plate and peel off the plastic. Use a teaspoon or a small glass to carve out the middle, transforming the mold into a ring.

Step 5

Dice the leftover cilantro and sprinkle it over the surface. Mix the diced jalapeño, onion, and tomato together, then arrange this mixture in a circular band atop the cilantro.