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Ham and Cheese Spread

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Ham and Cheese SpreadRomulo Yanes

Smear on crackers for an hors d'oeuvre or on bread for a flavor-packed sandwich.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    15 min

  • Yield

    Makes about 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1/2 lb sliced good-quality cooked smoked ham
1 1/2 oz finely shredded Gruyère (1/2 cup)
3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
1 rounded tablespoon whole-grain mustard
4 cornichons (French sour gherkins), finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation

  1. Pulse ham in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients with a rubber spatula until combined well.

TagsSpreadsHamMeatGruyèreCheeseDairyGluten FreeQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerNo-CookFood ProcessorGourmet
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