Taco Cheese Ball Wreath
Description
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.
Ingredients
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
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8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
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1/2 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
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1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems removed
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4 stalks green onions, roughly chopped
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1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
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1 medium Roma tomato, cored and diced
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2 tablespoons finely chopped white onion
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1 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Directions
1
Line a 16-ounce bowl with plastic wrap, allowing excess to hang over the sides.
2
Combine cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, and taco seasoning in a food processor; process until well combined. Add green onions, ½ of the cilantro leaves, and green chiles and pulse until well combined with flecks of green; do not fully process.
3
Transfer cheese mixture to the lined bowl and press to smooth. Cover and refrigerator for at least 4 hours or up to 8 hours or overnight.
4
Invert cheese onto a serving platter and remove plastic. Use a small shot glass or spoon to create a hole in the center of the cheese to form a wreath shape.
5
Finely chop remaining cilantro leaves and lightly cover the top of the cheese. Combine tomato, onion, and jalapeno in a small bowl and place over the cilantro in a 1-inch ring around the wreath.