Cheddar & Chive Pumpkin Cheese Ball

Thanksgiving is almost here! I have the most adorable cheese ball to share. It is pumpkin shaped, but there is no actual pumpkin in it. It is a delicious mixture of cream cheese, chives and cheese. What makes this appetizer over the top is the garnish of pie crust leaves, pretzel rod stem, and cheddar cheese ribs to define the pumpkin. Guests at your Thanksgiving gathering will be in awe of this beautiful cheese ball.

It may seem like a lot of work, but really it isn't that bad. If you are busy on turkey day, as most of us are, make the cheese ball the day before, along with the pie crust leaves. If you have kids in the house, let them help out painting the leaves. It is a fun family activity and the leaves look great even if they are a bit messy.

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