Cucumber Tea Sandwiches

1. 1
   prep · ~5 min

   Slice and salt the cucumber.

   1.Peel the cucumber, then slice into very thin rounds (about 1/8 inch thick).

   2.Lay slices on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let sit 5 minutes.

   3.Pat dry with additional paper towels to remove excess moisture.

   TIPSalting draws out water so the sandwiches don't get soggy — don't skip this step.
2. 2
   mix · ~2 min

   Make the herbed cream cheese spread.

   1.In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, softened butter, chopped dill, lemon juice, and black pepper.

   2.Mix until smooth and fully combined.
3. 3
   assemble · ~5 min

   Assemble the sandwiches.

   1.Trim the crusts off all 8 bread slices using a serrated knife.

   2.Spread a thin, even layer of the cream cheese mixture on one side of each slice.

   3.Arrange a single layer of cucumber slices on 4 of the bread slices.

   4.Top with the remaining 4 bread slices, spread-side down.
4. 4
   prep · ~2 min

   Cut into shapes and serve.

   1.Using the serrated knife, cut each sandwich diagonally into 2 triangles.

   2.Then cut each triangle in half again to create 4 small finger sandwiches per sandwich.

   3.Arrange on a platter cut-side up or standing on edge.

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