baci's baking - Salmon Spread

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, baci's baking is featuring a recipe from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute - each recipe helps rebuild cells and energy levels, which is especially beneficial for cancer patients receiving chemotherapy or radiation treatments.

Salmon Spread

1 package (8 oz) reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
1 can (14.75 oz) pink salmon with bones, drained and flaked
3 T. finely chopped red onions
2 T. chopped, fresh dill weed (or 1/4 tsp. dried dill weed)
1 T. Dijon mustard
2 T. Capers
Crisp crackers or bagel chips

1) Beat cream cheese in a medium bowl with electric mixer until smooth. Stir in salmon, 2 T. of the onion, 1 T. of the dill weed, and the mustard.
2) Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
3) Before serving, garnish spread with remaining 1 T. onion, 1 T. dill weed, and the capers.
4) Serve with crackers, bagels or bagel chips, or fresh vegetables.