Ingredients

1 3-ounce package cream cheese, softened

1/4 cup coarsely chopped nuts of choice – consider macadamias; pecans; walnuts, etc.

2 to 3 medium heads Belgian endive, separated into individual leaves

1 large mango or papaya, cut into thin strips

Preparation

(Start to Finish: 20 minutes)

  1. In a small bowl combine the cream cheese and macadamia nuts.
  2. Spread about 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture onto each endive leaf.
  3. Top with the mango strips. Arrange on a serving platter.

Make-Ahead Directions: Prepare as above through step 2. Loosely cover with plastic wrap; chill for up to 2 hours. Before serving, top with mango strips.