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This is delicious. Big hit at Christmas. One suggestion: maybe be more specific about the amount of minced garlic (eg 1\/4 tsp or whatever). Garlic cloves vary a lot in size. The second time I made it I used a larger clove and it was way too garlicky and that ruined it. This recipe is definitely a keeper though!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-01-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Baa793"},"reviewBody":"
Great recipe! I added a little sea salt and cayenne to mine! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"heswiggum"},"reviewBody":"I have made this recipe for numerous gathering & it is always the first app to go! For a progressive dinner I made the cream cheese portion the night before, molding it onto my serving platter. I melted the brown sugar & butter mixture in a pan that night as well and put it in the fridge. About an hour before serving I took out the cream cheese to let it come to room temp. I heated up the brown sugar mixture for a couple minutes on the stove, added the pecans and poured it over! Done! You won't be disappointed!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"d4sunrise"},"reviewBody":"Excellent recipe. Made it four different times last Xmas and it was a hit at every function. It is officially a holiday tradition in our house.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"gpec24"},"reviewBody":"This was a hit at Thanksgiving and it has been requested for Christmas Eve! Was super easy to make and tasted great!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-01-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"veggiemama"},"reviewBody":"I wasn't too sure about this when I was preparing it, but ended up loving it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-04-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Appy_Girl"},"reviewBody":"Sweet, Tangy and Nutty. Makes this one a winner. I do not care for Dark Brown sugarso I used light * Wonderful results. I'll will be serving this one again. I know our family and friends will really enjoy this simple little recipe.JanieTaste Recipes volunteer Field Editorl","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"marshelle"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! I loved the sweet\/savory flavor and would definitely make it again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-10-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lizsterie"},"reviewBody":"This is a great recipe. I will definitley make it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-08","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sspooney"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was excellent-I made it for a night of appetizers with friends. The only thing is that when I put the nut mixture on the cream cheese, it was a little juicy at the bottom of the cream cheese.My husband said it best: \"it grows on you!\"","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-07-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cbellas"},"reviewBody":"My family loved this spread. It has been served at every gathering we've had since the first time we tried it. So good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-10-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"VickiStein"},"reviewBody":"I made this three years ago, and I'm still getting requests for the recipe! I made it exactly as is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"s_pants"},"reviewBody":"YUM!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-04-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BakinGymnast"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! Our entire family gobbled this up on Easter!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Triscuitsmom"},"reviewBody":"I made this recipe for a football party. Everyone commented on how delicious it was and asked for the recipe! Just by looking at the ingredients I thought it didn't sound too good, but what a surprise.......yummy!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-08-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"sav0808"},"reviewBody":"This is one of the best and easiest recipies I've tried. Everyone who's tried it has raved about it's taste and asks for the recipe. I enjoy bringing it to social gatherings.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-09-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"nancy headlee","givenName":"nancy","familyName":"headlee"},"reviewBody":"I have had nothing but requests for this recipe. Thank you for sharing. It was enjoyed by all.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"avachapman"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was loved by all who ate it! I have made it twice now and I think the second time I added more pecans and it was better yet! This is SO simple to make and makes a nice presentation!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"letourneur"},"reviewBody":"Positively addictive - I made this three times in one week! I used neufchatel (1\/3 fat cream cheese) with good results. Next time I will try fat-free. I also used minced dried onion rather than grated fresh onion - it tasted best when the onions were reconstituted in a bit of warm water for about 10 minutes and then drained before adding to cream cheese. I also used brown mustard rather than yellow.So delicious! This will become a stand-by for get-togethers, I'm sure.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"carrie carney"},"reviewBody":"My parents and I thought this was wonderful and I loved it. I did make it for a party however and I think those that tried it were not expecting the sweet\/savory taste so it unfortunately did not go over as well as I had hoped. I would make it again though.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"pabd"},"reviewBody":"the best! make it every year at the holidays.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-02-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"bmarana"},"reviewBody":"Probably one of my favorite new appetizer recipes. I took to a family reunion and everyone loved. We do appes for Christmas Eve and now will be there every year, absolutely yummy! Good with ritz, wheat thins.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-06-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Karen8kids"},"reviewBody":"This is a family favorite for all our family gatherings!! It's a must!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-07-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"eversbeaver"},"reviewBody":"Simply....yummy!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-04-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hunter6295"},"reviewBody":"Love the combo of sweet and tangy. 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