Bacon Ranch Cheese Balls

In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, 2 blocks of shredded sharp cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch seasoning packets, and chopped green onions.

Mix with a spatula until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Divide the cheese mixture in half to create two cheese balls.

For the first cheese ball, form one half of the mixture into a ball and roll it in the chopped pecans until fully coated.

Wrap the pecan-coated cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator to chill.

For the second cheese ball, form the other half of the mixture into a ball and roll it in the 1.5 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese until coated.

Wrap the cheddar-coated cheese ball tightly in plastic wrap.

To create a pumpkin shape, wrap rubber bands around the cheese ball, pressing them in to create ridges.

Place the pumpkin-shaped cheese ball in the refrigerator to chill and set for at least 1 hour.

Once firm, carefully remove the plastic wrap and rubber bands. Place a bell pepper stem in the top center of the pumpkin cheese ball.

Arrange both cheese balls on a platter with assorted crackers and serve.