Step 1

In a food processor, blend cream cheese along with cheddar cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, salt and 2 tablespoons of the dried, minced onions

Step 2

Blend until smooth

Step 3

Add the green onions and pulse until green onions are just combined

Step 4

Scrape the cheese ball mixture into a plastic wrap lined, medium-sized bowl

Step 5

Gather the plastic wrap tightly around the cream cheese ball mixture

Step 6

Using your hands to shape it into a ball

Step 7

Chill until firm, 4–12 hours

Step 8

Just before serving, toast the remaining dried minced onions in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring often, until golden brown—about 3 minutes

Step 9

Drain on paper towels

Step 10

(This step is completely optional and is for the sake of color and a yummy toasted flavor.)Spread the dried minced onions and chives in a pie pan or baking dish

Step 11

Remove cream cheese mixture from refrigerator and form it into a ball with your hands

Step 12

Gently roll the cheese ball in the minced onion-chive mixture, pressing lightly to adhere

Step 13

Serve with your favorite cracker