Creamy Herbed Pancetta Spread

 

2 oz. pancetta, finely chopped
2 8-oz. packages cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon-style mustard
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1 clove garlic, minced 

 

Beat all ingredients together in large bowl until well blended. Spoon into a small serving bowl, or into a foil-lined 2-cup mold. Cover; refrigerate overnight. Turn out onto a small serving plate, remove foil; serve with crackers.
Makes about 2 cups. (16 servings)
*Substitute 2 ounces prosciutto, finely chopped, for pancetta, if desired.