Preparation:
Allow cream cheese and butter to come to room temperature for easier mixing.
Combine cheese and butter in a ratio of 2 parts cheese per one part butter.
Mix well. If desired flavor by adding in dried minced onions or Ranch
dressing mix at this time. Shape mixture into a cone shape. Return to
refrigerator to chill. When firm place almonds, pointed end out, into cone
in
a circle, starting at top and spiraling down the cone. Dust with paprika to
fill in any blank space. Tamp the almonds down lightly to resemble the
seeds
on a pine cone. Arrange 'cones' on a serving tray with pine boughs for full
effect. Serve with veggies or just allow guests to slice and eat. These
always make a great impression on your gue |
