Cold Ham and Gouda Cucumber Boats

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Step 1

Prep the boats: Cut your cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a metal spoon to scrape out the watery center seeds, leaving a hollowed-out ditch.

Step 2

Dry the boats: Let the cucumbers sit upside down on a paper towel for 5 minutes to drain off excess moisture so your spread sticks perfectly.

Step 3

Season the spread: If your Gouda spread is plain, stir the garlic powder, onion powder, and dried chives directly into the tub (or a small bowl) to give it a savory boost. If it is already a flavored spread, you can skip this!

Step 4

Fill the boats: Use a butter knife or spoon to smear a thick layer of your Gouda cheese spread right into the hollowed-out center of the cucumbers.

Step 5

Stuff with ham: Take your Buddig ham slices, roll them up tight, and press them right down into the Gouda spread so they stay secure.

Step 6

Serve: Slice into bite-sized wheels or eat it whole.