My mother-in-law hardly eats anything these days, but she tore this recipe up!

This classic ham and cheese salad spread is a versatile and delicious appetizer or light lunch option. It’s easy to make, requires simple ingredients, and can be customized to your taste. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients:

Salad Spread:

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Ingredient Quantity
Cooked ham, diced 1 cup
Cheddar cheese, shredded 1 cup
Mayonnaise 1/2 cup
Green bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup
Red bell pepper, finely chopped 1/4 cup
Onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup
Celery, finely chopped 1/4 cup
Dijon mustard 1 tablespoon
Fresh parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon
Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon
Garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon
Black pepper 1/4 teaspoon

For Serving:

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  • Sliced bread or crackers
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Sliced tomatoes

Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients:

    • Dice the cooked ham.
    • Shred the cheddar cheese.
    • Finely chop the bell peppers, onion, and celery.
    • Chop the fresh parsley.
  2. Combine Ingredients:

    • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients for the salad spread.
    • Stir well until evenly mixed.
  3. Chill the Spread:

    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Serve:

    • Spread on bread or crackers.
    • Serve with lettuce leaves and sliced tomatoes for added freshness.

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