Ingredients:  225 g cream cheese, at room temperature, 1 cup (about 120 g) grated cheddar cheese, 1 cup (about 120 g) blue cheese, crumbled, 1 cup walnuts, chopped, 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, Salt and pepper to taste, Chopped fresh parsley (optional, to decorate), Crackers, toast or baguette slices to accompany.

Preparation:  Ingredients Preparation:  In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, cheddar cheese and blue cheese until smooth. Add the chopped walnuts and dried cranberries to the cheese mixture. Flavoring :  Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Mix well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed. Forming the Ball:  With slightly moistened hands, form the mixture into a large ball. If you prefer, you can also shape it into a tree trunk or any shape you want. Refrigeration:  Wrap the cheese ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to harden and the flavors to blend. Decoration (optional):  Before serving, you can sprinkle fresh chopped parsley over the cheese ball for a touch of color. Serve:  Place the cheese ball on a plate and serve with crackers, toast or baguette slices. Enjoy this delicious Cranberry Pecan Cheese Ball at your next gathering or event! It’s a tasty and elegant option that’s sure to be a hit with your guests.