Monday, November 2, 2015

Pumpkin Cheese Ball


 A group of ladies that I exercise with recently had a luncheon where we all bring something.  I made this pumpkin shaped cheese ball using my favorite cheese ball recipe.  This would be a nice appetizer for Thanksgiving.


 I have to confess that I forgot to take a picture with the cilantro and had to come home after the party, and reshape the leftovers over a glass custard cup!  The crackers are Trader Joe's Cranberry Pumpkin ones and they are perfect for this time of the year.


Here's my nice, full pumpkin.  I used a green pepper stem for the top of the pumpkin and for the vine used some cilantro, but parsley would be nice, too.  


For the Cheese Ball:

1 tub Garden Vegetable cream cheese
1 tub Onion and Chive cream cheese
1 cup grated cheese (I used a Mexican blend)
3 green onion, sliced
1 green pepper stem
a couple of sprigs of cilantro

Mix ingredients all together and shape into a ball, and wrap with plastic wrap.    Refrigerate for two hours or over night.   Take out and shape into a pumpkin.  Score down the sides to resemble a pumpkin and place the green pepper stem on top, and add a couple of sprigs of cilantro.  

I am sharing this with these lovely parties:                                                      I was featured at:
                                                                                                             




Thank you for your visit!  xo

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Posted by kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen at 2:00 AM
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38 comments:

  1. LynnNovember 2, 2015 at 3:06 AM

    Cute-I love the idea of using the pepper stem! I'll bet those two cream cheese mixtures really add a lot of flavor too:@)

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  2. MaryNovember 2, 2015 at 5:16 AM

    So fun Kitty, with or without the cilantro leaves! I miss being close to a Trader Joe's, I love their Rosemary Raisin crisps, the pumpkin cranberry version sounds wonderful!

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  3. thepaintedapron.comNovember 2, 2015 at 7:01 AM

    what a great pumpkin vignette Kitty! Love your cheese ball pumpkin! The crackers are perfect!
    Jenna

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  4. Bernideen November 2, 2015 at 10:09 AM

    Kitty:
    This cheese ball looks sooooooooo delicious. The crackers look really good too! How about for lunch - today! Have a great week Kitty!

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  5. KarenNovember 2, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Hi Kitty,
    Oh I love this pumpkin cheese ball. You are so creative! Perfect with the green pepper stem! It looks gorgeous on the pumpkin plate and the sweet pumpkin teapot behind. Love your white furniture and pretty table too! Happy Tea Day Dear Kitty and thank you for sharing such amazing recipes. Karen

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  6. Julie's LifestyleNovember 2, 2015 at 12:51 PM

    Hi Kitty,
    Oh I love this cute pumpkin cheese ball appetizer. This is perfect for Thanksgiving!
    Thanks for joining and sharing this at Cooking and Crafting with J & J.
    Have a nice week.
    Julie xo

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  7. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageNovember 2, 2015 at 12:54 PM

    Kitty, I am like a mouse when it comes to cheese, he!he! I can't get enough. Love the little pumpkin shape and how you've used the pepper stem for the pumpkin top! You are so creative with your food. Those crackers look wonderful too. Wish we had a Trader Joe's here. Thanks for sharing your recipe and for joining me for my new party. Have a beautiful day, my friend.

    Autumn blessings,
    Sandi

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  8. Barbara F.November 2, 2015 at 1:08 PM

    Adorable! Perfect appetizer for Thanksgiving. I love thosevcrackers from TJ's.

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  9. DeniseNovember 2, 2015 at 3:05 PM

    This is so pretty, Kitty -- the stem and vine details really make this pumpkin cheese ball perfect for a party. It sounds good to eat, too. :-D My mom has a cheese ball recipe that is my very favorite; I need to share it during the holidays this year.

    I hope you're doing well, Kitty, and have a lovely week!

    Hugs,

    Denise at Forest Manor

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  10. Celestina MarieNovember 2, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Hi Kitty, you are so talented. I love this recipe and the pumpkin cheese ball looks so yummy. Adding the details for the stem and vine is perfect. I bet it was a big hit at the party. The crackers sound perfect for the season. This would be a wonderful appetizer for Thanksgiving. Thank you for sharing. Have a nice evening and great week ahead.
    Happy November. Big Hugs!!

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  11. Judith @ Lavender CottageNovember 2, 2015 at 6:13 PM

    I haven't made a cheeseball for ages but your pumpkin shaped one is cute and an easy recipe.
    It will be a nice appetizer for your Thanksgiving gathering.

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  12. Antiques And TeacupsNovember 2, 2015 at 6:19 PM

    The Trader Joe's crackers are addictive! Good thing ours is almost 2 hours away or we'd weigh 300 pounds! Love your pumpkin teapot! So cute! Thanks for linking to Tuesday Cuppa Tea!
    Ruth

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  13. The Better BakerNovember 2, 2015 at 6:30 PM

    I love your creativity...that stem is perfect. And the crackers sound fabulous too. We LOVE cheeseballs!

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  14. MargieNovember 2, 2015 at 7:03 PM

    Yummy! Your cute pumpkin cheeseball is the perfect fall appetizer.

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  15. Pinky at Designs by PinkyNovember 2, 2015 at 7:56 PM

    I make a pumpkin shaped cheese appy too with a different recipe. I am going to try yours!! I also use a broccolli stalk for the stem:) I will have to look for a green pepper with a stem!! Those cranberry pumpkin crisps sound heavenly!! Gotts get to TJ's!

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  16. DebNovember 2, 2015 at 8:20 PM

    What a great idea. It looks delicious.

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  17. UnknownNovember 3, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    This looks so cute and sounds SO delicious!

    Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

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  18. The Charm of HomeNovember 3, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    That sounds delicious Kitty!

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  19. The Charm of HomeNovember 3, 2015 at 12:26 PM

    That sounds delicious Kitty!

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  20. quakerhillfarmNovember 3, 2015 at 1:09 PM

    Oh Kitty! Looks yummy and very creative! I will have to try this my family loves cheese balls! Have a great week, Lynn

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  21. LorrieNovember 3, 2015 at 7:43 PM

    It looks delicious, Kitty. I do love a good cheese ball. The flavours here sound yummy. What fun to form it into a pumpkin shape!

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  22. Brenda Leyland @ Its A Beautiful LifeNovember 3, 2015 at 10:26 PM

    What a lovely photo ... gorgeous pumpkin teapot and that cheese ball looks heavenly. I do enjoy cheeseballs.

    Wishing you a beautiful day...
    Brenda

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  23. KathyB.November 3, 2015 at 11:01 PM

    Such a perfect snack for this time of the year and your photos are gorgeous. ( yummy ! ) I am going to make this before November is over for sure.

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  24. Deborah MontgomeryNovember 5, 2015 at 11:20 AM

    Mmm . . . yummy. We love cheese balls here, and this one is perfect for a Thanksgiving appetizer. Love the idea of the green pepper stem. Such a pretty, autumn-y vignetter on your coffee table, Kitty. Have a happy day. xo Deborah

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  25. Linda WalkerNovember 5, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Hi Kitty,
    this sounds wonderful! I love the way it looks on your platter! So festive! I am just beginning to do my catch up on blog reading!!! I have missed so much! Hope you are doing well!
    xo
    Linda

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  26. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieNovember 5, 2015 at 2:31 PM

    This is so cute, Kitty and looks so tasty! I've had those crackers before at a party and didn't know where they came from - nice to know that! They are so good. What a pretty vignette you have created. Hugs xo Karen

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  27. bj November 5, 2015 at 6:50 PM

    ahhh...you always come thru for me..my Bunco group will play here this next Wed. and we are having Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad with different breads for sandwiches (this is at lunchtime)
    a potato salad and veggie tray.....and this Cheese Ball with great crackers (we don't have Trader Joe's).....yum

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  28. bj November 5, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    ....& Pecan and Apple pies...I'll save u a slice of ea....

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  29. AnonymousNovember 5, 2015 at 7:12 PM

    Kitty, I really need to get to Trader Joe's one day. So many people rave about their products. Those crackers sound interesting and perfect for your pumpkin cheese ball - which looks delicious!

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  30. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonNovember 5, 2015 at 11:18 PM

    So cute and I bet it is delicious Kitty! I am hosting this year so I will be making this for Thanksgiving. I need to go to Trader Joes. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  31. CarleeNovember 6, 2015 at 6:52 AM

    What a cute cheese ball! I need to get some of those crackers too!

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  32. Debbie@Mountain BreathsNovember 7, 2015 at 4:44 AM

    Kitty, the cheese ball sounds delicious and the presentation is perfect for fall! I'm sure the ladies loved it. xo

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  33. Lady LindaNovember 7, 2015 at 8:43 AM

    Oh Kitty, this looks fantastic. I want some right now. I forget to go to Trader Joe's. I don't have on real close to my home, so I miss it. Thanks for the recipe. Looks yummy.

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  34. Linda @ Life and LindaNovember 7, 2015 at 9:51 AM

    Looks delicious Kitty. Trader Joe have some awesome food. Perfect for an appetizer.

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  35. janice15November 7, 2015 at 11:39 PM

    Kitty it looks great i like the look it would be really nice for a party...thank you for sharing the recipe.. With love Janice

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  36. A Grandma’s BlessingsNovember 8, 2015 at 5:28 AM

    That cheese ball looks good Kitty! It is perfect for Thanksgiving.
    Hope you have a blessed day!

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  37. bj November 8, 2015 at 4:35 PM

    ...back to say I bought all the ingredients for this luscious looking cheese ball, pepper stem and all. :)
    xoxo

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  38. Miz HelenNovember 9, 2015 at 4:22 PM

    Hi Kitty,
    Your Pumpkin Ball looks yummy, what a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great week!
    Come Back Soon,
    Miz Helen

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