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.

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I'm allergic to blue cheese, so I can't try this spread.


Harmony Dee
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This recipe looks too complicated for me. I'm going to pass on it.


Loma Chowdhury Rolia
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I'm not a fan of blue cheese, so I'm not sure if I would like this spread.


SapsFunny
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I'm not sure if I have all the ingredients for this recipe, but I'm going to try to make it anyway.


TOMMY MCALLISTER ABERDEEN SCOTLAND LYRICAL MIRICAL
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This recipe seems like it would be a lot of work, but I'm sure it would be delicious.


Nibha Mandal
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I'm a bit intimidated by the recipe, but I'm sure it would be worth it.


Nurani Akter
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I'm not sure about the pinecone shape, but the spread itself sounds delicious.


Gabrielle Butler
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This spread looks so delicious! I'm definitely going to try making it.


Mohamed Kamal
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I'm always looking for new and unique recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. I can't wait to try it!


Paul Cavins
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I love the pinecone shape of this spread. It makes it so festive and perfect for any occasion.


Yous Yous
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it!


Ethan Sumner
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I'm not usually a fan of blue cheese, but this spread changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Careen Maviza
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This is the best blue cheese spread I've ever had! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Syed ali
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I made this blue cheese spread for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the pinecone shape was a fun touch.