Fancy Christmas Cheese Ball

Ingredients
1 (8-oz.) block cream cheese, softened 6 oz.
goat cheese 1 c.
shredded Gruyère (or sharp white cheddar) 1/2 c.
sliced, toasted almonds 2 tbsp.
chopped fresh parsley 1 tbsp.
chopped fresh thyme
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper 1 c.
pomegranate arils
Crackers, for serving
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, goat cheese, and gruyere. Fold in almonds, parsley, and thyme until well combined, then season with salt and pepper. Form mixture into one large ball.
2. Place pomegranate arils on a large plate, then roll cheese ball gently until fully coated, filling in any cracks by hand.
3. Refrigerate until cold and sturdy, about 20 minutes, then serve with crackers.