Active Time

　　15 min

　　Total Time

　　15 min

　　Smear on crackers for an hors d'oeuvre or on bread for a flavor-packed sandwich.

Ingredients

　　1/2 lb sliced good-quality cooked smoked ham

　　1 1/2 oz finely shredded Gruyère (1/2 cup)

　　3/4 stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened

　　1 rounded tablespoon whole-grain mustard

　　4 cornichons (French sour gherkins), finely chopped

　　1/4 teaspoon black pepper

　　Pulse ham in a food processor until finely chopped, then transfer to a bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients with a rubber spatula until combined well.