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Traeger Kitchen

Smoked Bacon Cheese Ball

Our two favorite food groups: bacon and cheese. Get the party started off right with this savory appetizer.

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1
When ready to cook, set grill temperature to 180℉ and preheat with the lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke, if available.
: 180 ˚F
2
In a medium baking dish, add the cream cheese and sour cream.
- 1 Pound cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/4 Cup sour cream
3
Place the baking dish directly on the grill grates. Close the lid, and smoke for 20 minutes, or until desired level of smoke is reached.
4
Remove the baking dish from the grill and increase the Traeger temperature to 350℉.
: 350 ˚F
5
Place the bacon slices directly on the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 15-20 minutes, until the bacon is crispy and fat is rendered.
- 1/2 Pound bacon, sliced
6
Remove the bacon from the grill and let stand at room temperature until cool.
7
In the bowl of a food processor, add the smoked cream cheese, sour cream, green onion, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and salt. Pulse until combined, then turn out onto a piece of plastic wrap. Form the cheese mixture into a ball and wrap tightly. Refrigerate until well chilled.
- 4 Tablespoon green onion, finely chopped
- 1 Cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 Teaspoon garlic powder
- To Taste Salt
8
Chop the bacon into small pieces and place on a plate with the chopped chives.
9
Remove the cheese ball from the fridge, unwrap and roll in the bacon mixture. Place the cheese ball on a plate and serve with your choice of crackers. Enjoy!
- Crackers, for serving

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