Dill Cream Cheese Roast Beef and Cucumber Sandwiches

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Dill Cream Cheese Roast Beef and Cucumber Sandwiches
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 01, 2023

These dill cream cheese roast beef and cucumber sandwiches are a delicious and refreshing choice for a quick and easy lunch. The creamy dill-flavored cream cheese pairs perfectly with the savory roast beef and crisp cucumbers. With a preparing time of just 10 minutes, you can whip up these sandwiches in no time. Enjoy them as a light lunch or pack them for a picnic or work lunch.

Ingredients

  • 8 slices of bread (white or whole wheat)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 to 12 ounces roast beef, thinly sliced
  • 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
  • Optional: additional fresh dill for garnish

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Spread a generous amount of the dill cream cheese mixture onto each slice of bread.
  3. Layer the roast beef slices onto half of the bread slices.
  4. Top the roast beef with cucumber slices.
  5. Place the remaining bread slices, cream cheese side down, on top of the cucumber slices to create sandwiches.
  6. Optional: Garnish with additional fresh dill.
  7. Cut each sandwich in half diagonally or into smaller triangles.
  8. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Dill is a popular herb in American cuisine, especially in recipes like pickles, salads, and sandwiches.
  • Roast beef is a classic deli meat choice for sandwiches, known for its rich and savory flavor.
  • Cucumbers add a refreshing crunch to sandwiches and are often used in summer recipes for their hydrating properties.