Wild Salmon Rillettes

Description
Thanks to its high oil content, wild salmon—the star of this delicious spread—boasts a rich, creamy flavor and numerous health benefits. If wild salmon is unavailable, you can substitute farm-raised salmon.

Ingredients
1/4 pound skinless wild salmon fillet 1/2 cup water 4 tablespoons butter, softened 3 ounces smoked salmon 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon minced fresh dill 1 tablespoon snipped fresh chives 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 24 slices seedless cucumber, 1/4 inch thick

Directions
1. In a small saucepan, combine the wild salmon and water; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until salmon is opaque throughout, about 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate, and let stand until cool. 2. In a food processor, combine butter and smoked salmon; process until smooth. Flake wild salmon in a large bowl. Add the smoked salmon mixture, lemon peel, lemon juice, dill, chives and pepper. Stir well to combine. Spoon the mixture into a small bowl or two small ramekins. Cover, and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight. 3. Remove rillettes from refrigerator 1 hour before serving to soften. Serve spread with cucumber slices.