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LNC Familia Tasty Treasures Cookbook 2019
Appetizers

Cheddar, Bacon, Ranch & Blue Cheese, Bacon, Pistachio, Cheese Truffle Duo

by Angela Sanchez de Bravo

Ingredients:

    Cheddar, Bacon, Ranch Truffle:
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup Wright Applewood Bacon, cooked and finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing mix
  • Garnish: 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and 1/2 cup bacon, chopped

    • Blue Cheese, Bacon & Pistachio Truffle:
  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
  • 1/2 cup Wright Applewood Bacon, cooked and finely chopped
  • 2/3 cup pistachios, chopped
  • Garnish: 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped and 1/2 cup bacon, chopped

Preparation:

Cheddar, Bacon, Ranch Truffle: In a medium bowl, add the cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, bacon, ranch seasoning, and green onions. Mix with a hand mixer until well blended. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Roll each ball in the pecans or chopped bacon to coat. Blue Cheese, Bacon & Pistachio Truffle: In a medium bowl, add the cream cheese, blue cheese, bacon and pistachios. Mix with a hand mixer until well blended. Form the mixture into 1 1/2-inch balls. Roll each ball in the pistachios or chopped bacon to coat. Refrigerate all for one hour before serving. Serve with your favorite crackers.

A heartfelt thank-you to the many Lopez Negrete Familia members, past and present, for sharing your memories and recipes over the years.  
The rich contributions you have made to our agency, culture and enterprise
are what have made our agency successful and unique.
You are, and will always be, a big part of our “sabor”.

Happy Holidays! ¡Feliz Navidad!

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