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Smoked Salmon Butter

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Make this the centerpiece of an hors d'oeuvre platter that includes crackers, breadsticks, cornichons, and olives.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

8 ounces smoked salmon, chopped
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped shallot
1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Preparation

  1. Blend all ingredients in medium bowl. Season salmon butter with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover; chill. Bring to room temperature before using.)

TagsSmoked SalmonSalmonFishSeafoodCream CheeseCheeseDairyTarragonHerbs & SpicesChiveStarterDinnerNut FreeGluten FreeWeeknight MealsQuickMake AheadNo-CookBon Appétit
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