Smoked Tuna Pate

Directions

1. 1

   1 lb Smoked tuna or smoked -mackerel skin removed 6 oz Cream cheese, softened 3 tb To 4 Tb mayonnaise Juice of 1/2 large lemon -(about 2 Tb)

2. 2

   Instead of a large serving bowl, you can also chill it in small individual bowls or ramekins for an elegant first course, with thinly sliced

3. 3

   Flake the tuna or mackerel and combine it with the cream cheese, mayonnaise and lemon juice in a food processor

4. 4

   Process until smooth and season to taste with salt and pepper

5. 5

   Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl and fold in the red onion

6. 6

   Cover and chill the pate until ready to serve

7. 7

   MAKES 6 SERVINGS.