SMOKY CHEESE BALL

2- 8 ounce cream cheese, softened
16 ounces Sharp Cheddar, shredded
Sprinkle of Onion Powder to taste
1 tablespoon Whostershire Sauce
Sprinkle of Cayenne
a Heavy Sprinkle of Smoked Paprika
1 tablespoon Liquid Hickory Smoke
1/2 cup Sour Cream
1/4 to 1/2 cup Real Crumbled Bacon Bits (microwaved for 30 seconds)
1/8 cup chopped Pecans
Mix all ingredients in a stand mixer until smooth. Roll into a ball and then roll in a pie plate in additional chopped pecans, smoked paprika, dried parsley and bacon bits. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm. 4 hours or overnight. Serve with plain tasting crackers to enjoy the flavor of the cheese.