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Ham and Swiss Cheese Spread Recipe

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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.

Prep Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes

Total Time: 2 hours, 15 minutes

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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