Salmon Pâté

Ingredients

• 8 ounces salmon fillet, skin removed
• 4 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped chives
• Assorted crudités

Preparation

1. 1. Place salmon fillet in pan and just cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from pan and cool completely on a plate, about 30 minutes.
2. 2. Place salmon in food processor and pulse briefly. Add cream cheese, butter and lemon juice; puree until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to a bowl, cover and chill for 30 minutes. (Can be made to this point the day before.)
3. 3. Spoon pâté into piping bag with star nozzle and pipe onto vegetables or crackers; sprinkle with chopped chives. Or spoon it into a serving bowl and serve with crudités.