- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 6-8 servings
- Course: Appetizers & Snacks
A perfect paring for any party, this three-layer cheese ball made using Plastic Wrap will have you nibbling away at layers while sipping complementary red wines. Serve layer 1 with Merlot, layer 2 with Malbec and layer 3 with Pinot Noir.
Reynolds Kitchens® Tips
Reynolds Kitchens Tip
Reynolds KITCHENS™ Quick Cut™ Plastic Wrap features an easy to use Built-In Slide Cutter that gives you get a clean cut every time and conveniently stays locked in place when not in use. Never lose the end of the roll thanks to the innovative Starter Edge™.

Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped almonds
- Reynolds KITCHENS® Quick Cut™ Plastic Wrap
Layer 1
- 8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium Jalapeno, chopped
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- salt and pepper to taste
Layer 2
- 6 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 6-8 strips cooked bacon, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
- salt and pepper to taste
Layer 3
- 8 ounces Brie cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/3 cup strawberry jam
- 2 teaspoons chopped rosemary
Directions
Step 1
LINE a medium sized mixing bowl with Reynolds KITCHENS® Quick Cut™ Plastic Wrap and set aside.
Step 2
COMBINE all ingredients for layer 1 in a bowl. Mix thoroughly to fully combine.
Step 3
TRANSFER mixture to plastic wrap lined bowl. Using a second piece of plastic wrap, press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the bowl to create a smooth and even layer. Cover in plastic wrap and transfer to freezer for 15 minutes.
Step 4
COMBINE all ingredients for layer 2 in a bowl. Mix thoroughly to fully combine.
Step 5
TRANSFER mixture to plastic wrap lined bowl, on top of layer 1. Using a second piece of plastic wrap, press mixture into the bottom and up the sides of layer 1 to create a smooth and even second layer. Cover in plastic wrap and transfer to freezer for 15 minutes.
Step 6
COMBINE all ingredients for layer 3 in a bowl. Mix thoroughly to fully combine.
Step 7
TRANSFER mixture into the cavity on top of layer 2. Using a second piece of plastic wrap to press and smooth top. Cover in plastic wrap and chill until firm, about 2 hours.
Step 8
REMOVE plastic wrap from base of chilled cheese ball. Invert on to a plate. Remove loaf pan, then remove plastic wrap from cheese ball. Cover with chopped almonds before serving. Serve layer 1 with Merlot, layer 2 with Malbec and layer 3 with Pinot Noir.
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