Smoked Salmon Ball

The original recipe in Mom's handwriting.

Q:  Why do salmon have such small balls?
A:  Most of them don't know how to dance. 
(I've always loved that joke. Sorry.) 

Don't worry, a smoked salmon ball is nothing like a Rocky Mountain oyster. 

The following recipe is frequently prepared and served by my mother when my parents hosted a party: 


Mix together:

• 1 lg can salmon
• 8 oz pkg Philadelphia Cream Cheese
• 1 Tbsp of lemon juice
• 2 tsp grated onion
• 1 tsp prepared horseradish
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp liquid smoke

Roll in:

• 1/2 cup chopped pecans and
• 3 Tbsp parsley