4 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
1 box Lipton's dry vegetable soup mix
3 c. finely shredded cheddar cheese
1 jar bacon bits
chopped nuts or bacon bits

Mix the first four ingredients in a bowl and cream together. Form into a ball. Roll in bacon bits or chopped nuts. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Chill (best if chilled overnight).

Serves 20 - 25 people.