PINECONE-SHAPED BLUE CHEESE SPREAD

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This savory pinecone is a blend of delicious cheeses and herbs. Topped with plenty of almonds, it makes an impressive and welcoming appetizer. -Kathy Johnson Council Bluffs, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/4 cups process cheese sauce
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1-1/2 cups unblanched almonds, toasted
Fresh rosemary sprigs, optional
Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, cheese sauce and blue cheese until smooth. Stir in the onions, pimientos and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and refrigerate until firm. , On a serving platter, form cheese spread into a pinecone shape. Beginning at a narrow end, arrange almonds in rows. Garnish with rosemary if desired. Serve with crackers or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 123 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 287mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

harmine
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This cheese spread is a bit too salty for my taste. I think I'll try using less blue cheese next time.


Phool Bhatti Surviver
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This is a fun and festive appetizer that's perfect for any party. I highly recommend it!


panjbi HIT song
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Love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a hit with my friends.


Dawoud Malik
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This is a really unique and delicious appetizer. I'll definitely be making it again.


Lazaruz Denja
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Yum! This cheese spread is so creamy and flavorful.


pari Pari
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The pinecone shape is so cute! This would be a great appetizer to serve at a holiday party.


Usman Sabir
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover blue cheese. It's also a fun project to do with kids.


Thabisile Princess Lebyane
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I love how versatile this cheese spread is. You can serve it with crackers, bread, or even vegetables.


Abbas bhatti
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This is a fun and easy appetizer that's perfect for any occasion. The pinecone shape is so unique and festive.


Kgadi Taola
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I made this cheese spread for a potluck and it was a total crowd-pleaser! It's so easy to make and always a favorite.


Samreen Rajpoot
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This pinecone cheese spread was a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the unique shape and the creamy, tangy flavor.