Cucumber sandwiches are the epitome of elegance for bridal showers and Spring teas. But cucumbers are 95% water, which means they can turn bread into mush fast. Here is my “barrier method” to keep them fresh.
Ingredients:
- White Bread (Soft sandwich bread).
- 1 English Cucumber (thinly sliced).
- 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened.
- 2 tbsp Fresh Dill, chopped.
- 1 tsp Lemon Zest.
- Salt.
The Anti-Soggy Steps:
- Sweat the Cukes: Slice cucumbers thinly. Lay them on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 15 mins to draw out water. Pat dry.
- The Barrier: Mix cream cheese, dill, and lemon zest. Spread a layer of this mixture on BOTH slices of bread. The fat in the cheese creates a waterproof barrier.
- Assemble: Place cucumbers on one slice. Close the sandwich.
- Cut: Cut off the crusts (crusts are illegal at tea parties!). Cut into triangles or fingers.
