LEVEL 1 — PLATE AND KNIFE

CUCUMBER CREAM CHEESE

Cucumber cream cheese sandwiches are a staple of tea time, but the good news is, tea sandwiches aren’t limited to just high tea. You can enjoy this light, tasty treat anytime you want! This version is made with thinly sliced crunchy cucumbers and smooth cream cheese. The best part is, you can have more than one!

SANDWICH FACTS

• 2-3 bites is all it should take to eat a tea sandwich.
• Tea sandwiches are meant to be a light snack before the main meal eaten as finger food.
• Cucumber sandwiches originated in the United Kingdom.
• Other tea sandwiches include: Smoked salmon & cucumber, Prosciutto & asparagus, Egg salad (see pg. 124), and Tomato & cheddar.

BETWEEN THE BREAD

PRO TIP

Cut the crusts off — or cut your sandwich into triangles, squares, or rectangles — to make your meal feel extra fancy!

ADD-ON RECIPE

Pimento Cheese

• 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimento, drained
• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Mix all ingredients into a smooth or chunky paste and enjoy!