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Mrs Allardyce's Cucumber and Cream Cheese Tea Sandwich

Mrs Allardyce and her home are the epitome of Southern charm. In hospitality circles, tea sandwiches are a mainstay and one that never goes out of style. Paired with mint tea, these cucumber and cream cheese finger foods are the perfect getaway from the summer heat ... and make a nice offering too!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 235
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese
  • 1 cup Sliced Cucumber (Optional: seed them by cutting out of the center)
  • 1/4 cup Chives, minced or finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise (not Miracle Whip) (Optional: increase to 2 tbls for creamier spread)
  • 3 tbsp Dill, chopped finely
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 10 slices Bread (White is traditional but any soft bread is acceptable)
  • 3 tbsp Mint, freshly crushed

Method
 

  1. *Trim the bread of crusts using a sharp knife. Set aside.
  2. Combine all other ingredients except the cucumber in a bowl.
  3. Mix with a spatula until thoroughly incorporated.
  4. Gently add the cucumber to the mixture.
  5. Spread the mixture on the bread in a thick layer.
  6. Cover with a second slice of bread and cut into triangles.
  7. Sprinkle very lightly with crushed mint

Notes

You can make these sandwiches ahead of time and let them rest in the refrigerator before serving.
 
Add a nice, and very relaxing mint tea on ice to compliment this traditional afternoon tea food.