Almond Pinecones

Directions

1. 1
   Spread almonds in a single layer in shallow pan.
2. 2
   Bake at 300F, 15 minutes, stirring often, until almonds just begin to turn color.
3. 3
   Combine cream cheese (let soften first) and mayonnaise; mix well.
4. 4
   Add bacon, onion, dill and pepper; mix well.
5. 5
   Cover and chill overnight.
6. 6
   To serve, form cheese mixture into shapes of 2 pinecones on serving platter.
7. 7
   Beginning at narrow end, press almonds at slight angle into cheese mixture in rows.
8. 8
   Continue overlapping rows until all cheese is covered.
9. 9
   Garnish with artificial pine sprigs.
10. 10
    Serve with crackers.
11. 11
    Makes 1 1/2 cups.