Quick & Easy Summer Buffet Appetizer

You can never have enough recipes for appetizers which will work during any season and for any occasion. I personally have used this Salmon Party Log recipe for several wedding receptions, three summer buffet and a couple of holiday parties. It is taken from a Better Homes and Gardens New Cook Book which I received as a gift for my wedding shower in 1971 and judging from the stains and smudges on this page - it's been well used! Give it a try - it's a simple and quick recipe for what is sure to become one of your favorites!

SALMON PARTY LOG

1 1-pound can salmon (2 cups)
1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated onion
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 cup chopped pecans
3 tablespoons snipped parsley

Drain and flake salmon, removing skin and bones. Combine the salmon with next six ingredients; mix thoroughly. Chill several hours. Combine pecans and parsley. Shape the salmon mixture into an 8x2 inch log; roll in the pecan/parsley mixture; chill well. Pass with crackers.

A couple of tips - you do not need to use fresh lemon juice, you can substitute dried chopped onion for the fresh, pecans is best, but you can use walnuts which may be more affordable, and dried parsley works fine for this recipe or can be left off completely. I have used wheat crackers for a base and also works well with toasted cocktail rye bread.

Please leave a comment if you try it, like it or have a suggestion. Come and get it!