bacon-ranch-cheese-ball.json

{
    "directions": [
        "Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet, and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on a paper towel-lined plate. Chop the cooled bacon into small pieces.",
        "Stir together the cream cheese and ranch dressing mix in a bowl until smooth. Add the bacon, Cheddar cheese, green onions, and olives; stir until well combined. Shape the mixture into a ball and roll in the chopped pecans. Refrigerate overnight."
    ],
    "ingredients": [
        "6 slices bacon",
        "2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened",
        "1 (1 ounce) package buttermilk Ranch dressing mix",
        "1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese",
        "4 green onions, chopped",
        "3 tablespoons chopped black olives",
        "1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (optional)"
    ],
    "language": "en-US",
    "source": "allrecipes.com",
    "tags": [],
    "title": "Bacon Ranch Cheese Ball",
    "url": "http://allrecipes.com/recipe/213041/bacon-ranch-cheese-ball/"
}