Cucumbers everywhere, try some cucumber sandwiches.  They are a great treat or snack.  I like to bring them into the office and share with my co-workers.

cucumber sandwiches
cucumber sandwiches

Spread mix:

  • Cream cheese (4oz to start out)
  • Mayo 2 Tablespoons
  • fresh basil chopped fine

I have tried the sandwiches without the mayo but my co-workers all agree the versions with the mayo taste better.

Mix the ingredients in regular bowl large enough to hold the ingredients.  I use a fork to mash together.  It might be good to let the cream cheese warm up a bit, if you just took it out of the refrigerator.

  • Take two slices of your favorite sandwich bread and spread the spread mixture on one side
  • place 1/8th inch thick slices of cucumbers on the spread
  • match up the slices into a sandwich and cut off the crust. (if you are really creative save the crust and use it in a gazpacho soup)
  • Then cut the sandwich into smaller sandwiches (I usually get 6 little sandwiches out of one regular sandwich).  It takes a little practice to not push the small sandwiches apart.  A good sharp knife helps a lot.
cucumber sandwich
cucumber sandwich