Low Carb

Almond Pinecone
Low Carbohydrate Recipe

Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups toasted almonds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
8 ounces cream cheese
5 slices bacon cooked, minced
1 tablespoon scallion
1/2 teaspoon dill (optional)
Freshly ground white pepper to taste

Directions:
Toast almonds and set aside. Combine all other ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Chill for at least 1 hour.

Form the cream cheese mixture into the shape of a pinecone. Beginning at the bottom, gently press the almonds in rows across the pinecone shape. Continue the rows until the whole shape is covered, and resembles a pinecone.

Either eat immediately or refrigerate. Allow to come up to room temperature before serving. Garnish with greens.

This recipe yields 8 servings; approximately 6.5 carb grams per serving.