Refreshing Cucumber Sandwiches

Ingredients

Bread slices

8 slices (white or whole grain)

Salt

1/4 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Lemon juice

1 tablespoon, freshly squeezed

Fresh dill

2 tablespoons, finely chopped

Cream cheese

8 ounces, softened

English cucumbers

2, thinly sliced

Instructions

1. Start by washing the English cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them into thin rounds, about 1/8 inch thick, for the perfect crunch.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-blended, ensuring a creamy texture.
3. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese mixture onto one side of each slice of bread, ensuring an even coating for maximum flavor.
4. On half of the bread slices, arrange the cucumber slices in a single layer, slightly overlapping them to cover the bread completely.
5. Top with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, to create a sandwich that is both elegant and delicious.
6. For a polished presentation, consider trimming the crusts off the sandwiches using a sharp knife.
7. Cut the sandwiches into triangles or squares for easy serving, making them perfect for entertaining.
8. Serve immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.