salmon mousse

Salmon

Salmon Mousse

Sophisticated in presentation yet deceptively simple to make, this salmon mousse will upgrade your garden parties, hors d'oeuvre hours and everyday snack time.

Ingredients

2 english cucumbers
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 pound smoked salmon or lox
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon snipped fresh dill
salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
additional snipped fresh dill

Directions

Peel strips from cucumbers to create a decorative edge; cut cucumbers into 1/2-in. slices. Using a melon baller, remove a small amount of cucumber from the center, leaving the bottom intact.
Place the cream cheese, salmon, milk, lemon pepper and dill in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Transfer to a small bowl and season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into salmon mixture.
Pipe or dollop mousse onto cucumber slices; garnish with dill. Refrigerate until ready to serve.