Pinecone Cheese Ball

Directions

1. 1
   In a large bowl combine cream cheese, 1.2 cup chutney and spices until well blended.
2. 2
   Transfer to a small bowl lined with plastic wrap.
3. 3
   Refrigerate overnight.
4. 4
   Unmold onto a serving platter and cover sides of cheeseball with almonds in a slightly overlapping pattern to simulate a pinecone, leaving the top smooth.
5. 5
   Spoon remaining chutney over the top of the cheese ball and serve with additional chutney and crackers.