Appetizer Recipes

Pineapple Cheese Ball

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 envelope dried Hidden Valley ranch dressing
1/2 small can crushed pineapple
2 stalks green onion
1/4 cup shredded jack or Colby cheese

Mix the envelope of ranch dressing mix with the softened cream cheese until well mixed. Add 1/2 can crushed pineapple (no juice), green onion chopped and shredded cheese. Mix well and cool in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Turn out onto a cheese board or platter. Mound it in the center and shape into a ball with a spoon. If you like you can cover the ball with sliced almonds, sprinkle with dill weed, parsley or paprika.

Chill completely before serving.