Whiskey Smoked Salmon Spread - cooking recipe

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

Preparation

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