Name: Delicious and Elegant English Tea Cucumber Sandwiches
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 8 slices of white bread; 4 tablespoons of cream cheese; 1 medium cucumber; Fresh dill, for garnish; Salt and pepper, to taste

These English tea cucumber sandwiches are a classic addition to any afternoon tea. With fresh cucumbers, cream cheese, and a touch of dill, they are light, refreshing, and oh-so-elegant. This simple recipe takes just a few minutes to prepare, making it perfect for your next gathering or tea party. Enjoy these delicate finger sandwiches with a cup of tea and transport yourself to a charming English tea room. Impress your guests with these delightful and tasty treats.

Ingredients

8 slices of white bread
4 tablespoons of cream cheese
1 medium cucumber
Fresh dill, for garnish
Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

Cut the crust off the bread slices and discard.
Spread cream cheese evenly on each bread slice.
Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
Arrange the cucumber slices on half of the bread slices.
Sprinkle salt and pepper over the cucumber slices.
Top with the remaining bread slices to create sandwiches.
Cut each sandwich diagonally into triangles or squares.
Garnish with fresh dill.
Serve chilled and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Cucumber sandwiches have been a staple of English afternoon tea since the 19th century.

They are traditionally served with the crusts removed to create elegant finger sandwiches.

Cream cheese is a popular spread for cucumber sandwiches, but butter or mayonnaise can also be used.

Cucumber sandwiches are often paired with a variety of teas, such as Earl Grey or Darjeeling.