• 1 C. shredded carrot
• 1/2 C. shredded zucchini
• 1/2 C. shredded yellow squash
• 1 (8-oz.) pkg. Neufchatel cheese, softened
• 1 C. shredded Cheddar Cheese
• 1 Tbs. grated onion
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/3 C. nut-like cereal nuggets (like Grapenuts)
• 1 Tbs. chopped fresh parsley

Press veggies between paper towels to remove excess moisture. Combine cheeses, grated onion, and garlic in a large bowl; stir well. Stir in shredded veggies. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Shape chilled cheese mixture into a ball. Combine cereal nuggets and parsley, stirring well. Coat cheese ball with cereal mixture. Wrap in waxed paper and chill thoroughly. Serve with crackers.

Yield: 3 C.