Gala Salmon Roll

Directions

1. 1
   Drain the salmon and flake the meat with a fork.
2. 2
   Combine the salmon, cream cheese, lemon juice, onion, horseradish, and liquid smoke in a large bowl and stir well.
3. 3
   Chill for several hours or overnight.
4. 4
   Place the salmon mixture on a serving platter and shape it into a log.
5. 5
   Combine the pecans and parsley in a small bowl.
6. 6
   Roll the log in the pecan mixture, pressing excess into the sides.
7. 7
   Chill several hours.
8. 8
   Serve on a platter surrounded by the sprigs of parsley and crackers.