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Serve this cheese spread on special occasions with Triscuit Crackers, pita chips and cut-up celery.

Cheesy Football

2 (8-ounce each) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese, softened
1 (8-ounce) package Kraft Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1/2 cup Kraft 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/2 cup Miracle Whip Dressing
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup chopped Planters Pecans

1. Beat cheeses and dressing with electric mixer on medium speed until well blended.
2. Add onions and black pepper; mix well. Cover. Refrigerate several hours or overnight.
3. Form into football shape; roll in pecans. Garnish with pimiento strips or roasted red pepper strips for the "lacing," if desired.

Makes 30 servings.

Great Substitute:
Substitute ground red pepper for the black pepper.

Nutrition (per serving):Calories 130,Total fat 12g,Saturated fat 6g,Cholesterol 25mg,Sodium 170mg, Carbohydrate 2g,Dietary fiber 1g,Sugars 1g,Protein 4g,Vitamin A 6%DV,Vitamin C 0%DV,Calcium 10%DV,Iron 0%DV.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of Kraft Food, Inc.