Ingredients
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2 cups shredded smoked white cheddar cheese1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 cup dried cranberries, minced2 tablespoons white wine1 can (8 ounces) crushed pineapple, drained and patted dry1 cup finely chopped macadamia nuts, divided 4 tablespoons minced fresh chives, divided 1 cup pomegranate seedsBaked pita chips or assorted crackers
Preparation
Beat first six ingredients until blended. Beat in cranberries and wine. Stir in pineapple, 1/2 cup macadamia nuts and 3 tablespoons chives. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes.
In a shallow bowl, toss pomegranate seeds and remaining nuts. Shape cheese mixture into a ball; roll in pomegranate mixture.
Wrap in plastic; refrigerate 1 hour or overnight. Unwrap; roll in remaining chives. Serve with pita chips.
