Cheese Pine Cones 🧀🌲
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 cups
Category: Spreads
Keywords: Cheese, High Protein, High In…, Christmas, < 15 Mins
Description:
Originally printed on a Hellmann’s label and cherished for years, this recipe presents a fancy way to spread holiday cheer with cheese! It’s not just easy; it’s versatile too – try spreading the leftovers (minus the nuts) on bread and grilling it in the toaster oven for a delectable breakfast treat. The flavors are robust and perfect for any festive occasion.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups cheddar cheese, grated
- 2/3 cup Hellmann’s mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons horseradish
- 1 1/2 cups pecan nuts, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Tabasco sauce
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 1789.9
- Fat Content: 160.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 56.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 257.8mg
- Sodium Content: 2011.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 34.7g
- Fiber Content: 8.3g
- Sugar Content: 10.7g
- Protein Content: 64.7g
Instructions:
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Combine all ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese, Hellmann’s mayonnaise, horseradish, and Tabasco sauce. Mix until well combined, ensuring the ingredients are evenly distributed throughout.
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Chill: Cover the mixture and place it in the refrigerator to chill for about 30 minutes. Chilling helps the flavors to meld together and makes the mixture easier to shape.
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Shape on serving board to resemble pine cone: Once chilled, remove the mixture from the refrigerator. Take a small portion of the mixture and shape it into an elongated oval, tapering one end to resemble a pine cone. Continue shaping the remaining mixture in the same manner, arranging them closely together on a serving board to resemble a pine cone shape.
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Garnish with pecan nuts: Press chopped pecan nuts onto the surface of the cheese pine cones, covering them generously to resemble the texture of a pine cone.
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Serve with assorted crackers: Place the serving board with the cheese pine cones on a table and surround them with an assortment of crackers. Invite your guests to enjoy this delightful and flavorful spread.
Enjoy spreading holiday cheer with this delightful Cheese Pine Cones recipe – it’s sure to be a hit at any festive gathering!
