Hi Donna,

Here are two versions for you. I think this will need to be refrigerated overnight if you want to shape it so you might want to consider just serving it as a spread.

Neiman Marcus Cheese Dip

8 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded
6-8 slices bacon (fried crisp & crumbled)
6 green onions (sliced tops, too)
3/4 c. slivered almonds
1 c. mayonnaise

Mix all of the ingredients and serve on crackers.
Note: Use Real Mayonnaise not Miracle Whip.

Bacon Cheese Ring

1 pkg. (12 oz.) bacon
1 lb. extra sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
1 bunch green onions, finely chopped
2 c. mayonnaise
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 c. toasted, slivered almonds
Strawberry preserves to serve
Crackers or French bread slices to serve

Fry bacon until crisp.
Drain and crumble.
In a medium bowl, combine bacon, cheese, green onions, mayonnaise and cayenne; mix well.
Place almonds in the bottom of an oiled 7 cup ring mold; press cheese mixture into mold.
Refrigerate overnight.
Unmold cheese ring onto platter.
Place a small custard cup filled with strawberry preserves in center of ring.
Serve with crackers or French bread slices.

Yield: 20 to 25 servings

Happy Holiday Cooking,

Betsy
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