"smoked" Salmon Cracker Spread

From the Land Of Lakes Cookbook via a friend who knows how I like to play. Great as an appetizer spread, rolled in a tortilla, or in sandwiches. Lots of possibilities for innovation here! Cook time is chilling time.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 10

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
• 1 (16 ounce) can salmon, drained,boned,flaked
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 2  teaspoons  finely chopped onions
• 1  teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

1. In small mixer bowl beat cream cheese at med.
2. speed, scraping bowl often, until light and fluffy (2-3 min) Add salt, lemon juice, onion, and liquid smoke.
3. Continue beating until well mixed (1-2 min).
4. By hand, stir in salmon.
5. Spoon into serving bowl and serve with crackers.
6. Store refrigerated.
7. Garnish with chives, green onions, olives, pimiento, etc.
8. to taste.