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     Title: SILKY APRICOT CHEESE DIP
Categories: Appetizers, Cheese, Dips, Fruits
     Yield: 6 servings

   3/4 c  Apricot Preserves
     2 tb Brandy
     1 c  Cream Cheese; Softened
     1 c  Sour Cream
     1 t  Almond Extract
   1/4 c  Almonds; Blanched, Slivered

 In a small bowl, mix the apricot preserves and brandy together, then set
 aside.  Beat the cream cheese to a creamy consistency and blend in the
 sour cream and almond extract, blending until very smooth.  Add the
 apricot-brandy mixture and blend well.  Fold in the almonds.  Cover and
 chill.
 Makes about 3 cups of dip.
 SUGGESTED DIPPERS:  Vanilla Wafers, Pound Cake Cubes, Muenster Or Monterey
 Jack Cheese Cubes Or Sticks, Chocolate Chunks.

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