1/4 c. frozen orange juice (optional)
2 8 oz. pkgs cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1/4 c. confectioners sugar
Caramelized Pecans
3/4 c. chopped pecans
1 T. butter
2 T. sugar
Combine cream cheese with craisins, confectioners sugar, and orange juice (if using). Place on wax paper* or plastic wrap, and shape into a ball. Place in refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight. Make pecans by melting butter in pan, over medium heat. Add pecans and sugar. Mix well while stirring frequently, about 3-5 minutes. Do not let pecans burn. Place wax paper or parchment paper on a cookie sheet and place the pecans in a single layer. Allow to cool completely. Remove cheeseball from refrigerator. Reshape if needed. Place pecans on ball until covered, pressing in if needed. Place on plate and serve with triscuits or crackers. Yummy!
*I used wax paper, but it stuck to the cheeseball. Next time, I'll use plastic wrap.
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