‘ Tis the season for homemade cheese balls

A classic party favorite that is an easy make-ahead hors d’oeuvre sure to please

Cranberry Pecan Cheeseball

* 8 oz. cream cheese, softened

* 1.5 c. mayonnaise

* 1.5 c. sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

* 1.5 c. dried cranberries

* 1 c. pecan

* 4 tbsp. chives * Garlic powder, to taste

1. In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, 1 cup of dried cranberries, 2 tbsp. of chives, and garlic powder. Mix until uniformly combined.

2. Place the mixture onto …