From Paulette Vickery's Recipe Collection

JELLO: FRUITY CHEESE SPREAD

appetizers, cheese/eggs, desserts, fruits

2 pkg cream cheese, softened, 8oz
1 pkg any kind gelatin, small
1/4 cup chopped nuts
1 each asorted fresh fruit crackers

Beat cream cheese in large bowl until smooth. Beat gelatin until well blended, then form mixture into a 5 inch round. Cover with plastic wrap and chill about 1 hour. Remove plastic wrap, and press nuts gently around edges of cheese round. Serve with asorted fresh fruit, cookies, and crackers. Makes 2 cups. Suggested fruits include: sliced apples or pears, grapes and strawberries.

Yield: 20 servings



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