Spread The Date(S) Love

Directions

1. 1
   Bring cream cheese to room temperature for easy mixing.
2. 2
   Using a mini-food processor (or chop by hand) the pecans until finely chopped.
3. 3
   Finely chop the dates and mix with the nuts. Set aside.
4. 4
   Beat cream cheese until smooth.
5. 5
   Fold in dates and nuts.
6. 6
   This can be used immediately or using a large piece of plastic wrap place cheese mixture in center of the plastic wrap. Spread into a log shape. Fold one side of plastic wrap over mixture and shape into a rounded log. Fold the other side over tightly, twist ends and refrigerate.
7. 7
   When ready to use, slice off what you will be using and place the remainder in the fridge. Can be kept for up to 7-10 days.
8. 8
   Spread on crackers, fruit, veggies (celery, pea pods, carrots), use it on a baked potato, endless possibilities.