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Prep Time : 2hr 15min
Course : Appetizer, Brunch, Snack
Special : Caffeine-Free, Easy, Egg-Free, Few Ingredients, Gluten-Free, Non-Alcoholic, Quick, Sugar-Free, Vegetarian, Wheat-Free
Type of Prep : Mix / Beat, No-Bake, No Cook, Processor, Refrigerate
Cuisine : U.S. Regional
Occasion : Fall, Labor /Memorial Day, New Year's, Party, Potluck, Spring, Summer, Superbowl, Winter
 
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Ham and Swiss Cheese Spread Recipe

From Dip It! by Rick Rodgers (William Morrow & Co.)

Ham and Swiss go together like PB&J, and works particularly well in this spread for rye crackers. Or spread it on toast and broil for a hot appetizer. Best of all, it can be made up to 2 days in advance.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 (3 ounces) package cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 Tbsp prepared horseradish
  • 1/2 pound smoked ham, finely chopped in a food processor
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded sharp Swiss cheese
  • 1 Tbsp shredded onion (use the large holes on a box grater)

PREPARATION:

With a rubber spatula, mash the cream cheese, mayonnaise, mustard, and horseradish in a medium bowl until smooth. Mix in the ham, Swiss cheese, and onion. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until chilled, at least 2 hours, or overnight.

Transfer to a serving bowl and serve chilled with crisp rye crackers, toasted rye or pumpernickel bread, or flatbread crisps. The spread may be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Try leftovers spread on toast and broiled until bubbling.

Yield: 2-1/2 cups

Source: Dip It! by Rick Rodgers (William Morrow & Co)
Reprinted with permission.

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