Instructions: Gradually add sugar to cream cheese, mixing well after each addition.

Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Spread into greased 8-inch square pan. Chill serveral hours; cut into squares.

Granish with additional nuts, if desired.

1 3/4 pounds.

Variations: Omit nuts and vanilla; add few drops of peppermint extract and 1/4 cup crushed peppermint candy. Omit nuts and add 1 cup shredded coconut. Omit nuts and add 1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries.

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