Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['vegetarian'], recipe: in a bowl, combine all ingredients except the pecans. blend throughly. for easier handling, refrigerate mixture for about 15 minutes. shape mixture into a ball. then roll in nuts to coat well. refrigerate until served. serve with assorted crackers. note: this can be shaped into any desired shape. in this case, just press the pecans into the cheese shape.

Target recipe: mix the package of ranch dressing mix with the softened cream cheese until well mixed. then add 1/2 can of crushed pineapple, (no juice), the 2 stalks of green onion chopped and the shredded cheese. mix well and cool in the fridge for 20 minutes. turn out onto a cheese board or platter. mound it in the center and shape into a ball with a spoon. if you like you can cover the ball with sliced almonds, sprinkle with dill weed, parsley or paprika. chill completely before serving.