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Title: Parmesan Pine Cone
Categories: Appetizer
Yield: 8 Servings

1cSliced Almonds
12ozCream Cheese, Softened
1/2cGrated Parmesan Cheese
1/4cMayonnaise
1 1/2tsFresh Oregano, Chopped Or:
1/2tsDried Oregano
1smCrushed Garlic Clove
  Crackers

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spread almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in oven, shaking pan once or twice, until almonds are lightly browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Cool. >>>

2. In a medium bowl or in a food processor, combine cream cheese, Parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, oregano, and garlic. Blend until well mixed. Refrigerate until firm but still pliable, about 1 hour.

3. Place cheese mixture on a serving board or platter and form into shape of a pine cone. Stud top with toasted slivered almonds to complete illusion. Serve with crackers.

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