Recipe: Havarti Cheese Ball (using cream cheese and feta)

HAVARTI CHEESE BALL

1 (8 oz) pkg Cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup shredded Wisconsin Havarti cheese
1/2 cup crumbled Stella Feta cheese
1 tablespoon dry white wine or milk
3/4 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano leaves
2 medium green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper (for garnish)
crackers, if desired (to serve)

Beat cheeses, wine, oregano and green onions in medium bowl with electric mixer on low speed until blended. Beat on medium speed, scraping bowl frequently, until fluffy. Cover and refrigerate about 2 hours or until firm enough to shape.

Shape cheese mixture into a ball; roll in parsley and bell pepper. Serve with crackers.

Makes 1 3/4 cups spread
Source: Betty Crocker Magazine, November 1997