Pecan-Crusted Beef & Cheese Spread

Only 4 ingredients needed to create this tempting appetizer. (An updated version of our popular "Where's the Beef" Cheese Ball.)
Servings: Yields approx. 2-1/2 pounds Prep Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
• 12 ounces sliced deli-style roast beef • 24 ounces light cream cheese, softened • 3 bunches green onions, chopped • 6 ounces chopped pecans
Instructions:
Dice beef into very small pieces (1/4-inch or less).
In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, chopped onions, and diced beef thoroughly.
Shape mixture into a ball, log, or mold.
Cover with chopped pecans and wrap in plastic wrap.
Chill for several hours or overnight to allow flavors to blend.
Serve with assorted crackers or chips.
Recipe courtesy of the Texas Beef Council
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