Whiskey Smoked Salmon Spread

This is a delicious dip/spread that is great on a bagel. Or, if you are hosting a brunch, you can serve it on mini bagels garnished with some cucumber slices. Of course, if you don't like or drink whiskey, you can substitute milk in its place.

• Ready In: 1 hr 10 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 8  ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
• 2 1⁄2 tablespoons  scotch  whiskey or 2 1⁄2 tablespoons  Irish whiskey
• 1  tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon  prepared  white horseradish
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
• 8  ounces smoked salmon, roughly chopped
• 2  scallions, thinly sliced

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, whiskey, lemon juice, horseradish, and dill.
2. Beat until creamy and smooth.
3. Stir in salmon and scallions.
4. Transfer to a small serving bowl and cover.
5. Chill in the refrigerator for a minimum of 1 hour or as much as 48 hours.
6. Before serving, let stand at room temperature for a least 15 minutes to soften and become easily spreadable.