Buttery Ham Spread

1 cup butter (or margarine) softened

1 8 oz. pkg cream cheese, softened

8 to 10 oz. ground ham (can use leftover or deli sliced)

2 TBS chopped green onions

1 TBS lemon juice

1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp pepper

Process the ham into fine particles

Combine butter and cream cheese in a large mixing bowl; beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Add ham and remaining ingredients, mixing well.

Serve with assorted crackers for an appetizer or with biscuits, muffins, toast, or variety breads on a brunch table.