Smoky ham and dried fruit combine for a party spread that is simply scrumptious. Make a day ahead to let flavors blend.

Ham and Dried Fruit Spread

1 cup diced ham
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped sweet onion
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 cup chopped dried apples
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Cocktail bread slices

1. In food processor, chop ham until coarsely chopped. Add onion, cream cheese, sour cream, honey, nutmeg and allspice. Process with on-and-off pulses until mixed. Add dried fruits and walnuts. Process, pulsing, just until fruit is chopped.
2. Press mixture into 2-cup bowl or mold. Cover and refrigerate 2 to 24 hours.
3. Unmold, if desired, onto serving plate. Garnish with additional chopped walnuts and dried cranberries, if desired, and serve with cocktail bread or crackers.

Serves 32.

Nutrition Facts: Calories 80 calories Protein 4 grams Fat 2 grams Sodium 250 milligrams Cholesterol 5 milligrams Saturated Fat 0 grams Carbohydrates 14 grams

Recipe provided courtesy of Pork: The Other White Meat.