Shelly's Recipe

Pinecone Cheese Ball

Category: Cheeseballs

1 package cream cheese, softened
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 (3-ounce) cans deviled ham
1 (0.7-ounce) envelope Italian dressing mix
1 (6-ounce) can whole smoked or unsalted almonds
Assorted crackers and fresh vegetables
Garnish: fresh rosemary sprigs

Combine cream cheese, deviled ham, and dressing mix until well blended. Cover and chill 1 hour.

Form mixture into a pinecone shape, using hands and plastic wrap. Starting at the bottom, press almonds into cheese mixture at slight angles, forming overlapping rows to resemble a pinecone. Cover loosely, and chill 1 hour. Serve with crackers and vegetables. Garnish, if desired.