Calla Lily Tea Sandwiches Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Start by thinly slicing the cucumber and set it aside.
• STEP 2.Spread a thin layer of cream cheese on one side of each slice of bread.
• STEP 3.Place a few cucumber slices on half of the bread slices and sprinkle them with fresh dill.
• STEP 4.Cover the cucumber slices with the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down.
• STEP 5.Trim off the crusts from the sandwiches and cut them into desired shapes, such as triangles or rectangles.
• STEP 6.Serve the Calla Lily Tea Sandwiches immediately or refrigerate them until ready to serve.

Cooking Tips

• To prevent the sandwiches from becoming soggy, pat the cucumber slices dry with a paper towel before assembling.
• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice to the cream cheese.
• Feel free to customize the sandwiches by adding other ingredients like smoked salmon or thinly sliced radishes.

Storage and Serving

• Calla Lily Tea Sandwiches are best served fresh, but you can make them ahead of time and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
• If refrigerated, allow the sandwiches to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes before serving.
• Serve the sandwiches on a tiered tray or a decorative platter for an elegant presentation.