Grilled Pineapple, Creamy Nut Date Cheese on Cinnamon Crackers

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   Hazelnuts -- I like to toast mine first.

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   In a small saute pan over medium high heat for just 1 minute.

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   Make sure to use a dry pan and just keep an eye of them.

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   Just a minute or two is all it takes.

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   Remove and fine chop.

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   Cheese Spread -- Add the toasted nuts, dates and cream cheese along with the brown sugar and mix well.

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   Make ahead and set to the side.

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   Pineapple -- This again, I make to the side and just keep refrigerated.

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   This should be grilled - Inside grill pan or outside grill, but a broiler will work.

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    Marinade the pineapple slices in the orange juice and brown sugar for 1-2 hours.

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    Then grill on medium high heat.

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    As you grill the pineapple, brush with the marinade until golden brown.

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    They should take around 4-5 minutes at the most per side.

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    Remove and let cool.

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    Cut in bite size pieces which will fit on the cracker.

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    You will usually get 6 or so bites per slice.

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    I like to reheat these right before you top the cracker.

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    Just 30 seconds in the microwave it all it takes.

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    Crackers -- Simply spread the cream cheese on the cinnamon cracker and top with a pineapple slice.

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    Light and easy.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.