Smoked Salmon Pate

1 lb. smoked salmon

1/8 cup heavy cream

1 to 2 drops Tabasco sauce

1/2 tsp. drained horseradish

1/2 cup softened unsalted butter

1/2 tsp. chives

Salt and white pepper to taste

In a food processor, purée fish until smooth, then add all remaining ingredients and blend. Serve pâté and apple butter on thickly sliced, crusty bread