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Sandwiches are a really simple meal, created originally
in Britain during the 18th-century by John Montagu
(4th Earl of Sandwich) and now available across Europe,
in many different formats. The sandwich is so versatile
and there are such a variety of fillings that it would
be impossible to list them all here. Therefore, we
have included only the most traditional recipes, that
use true British ingredients.
Traditional Cucumber Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 slices of white bread
- English butter (at room temperature)
- Fresh Cucumber
- Cress (optional)
Preparation
- Lay both slices of bread on a chopping board and thinly spread with butter using a table knife.
- Wash the cucumber, peel off the skin if it is
waxed and slice thinly.
- Cover one slice of bread with slices of cucumber
and sprinkle with cress (optional).
- Lightly season with salt and pepper.
- Place the other slice of bread on top and trim
off the crusts.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the sandwich diagonally
across the corners to form triangles.
Cheese and Pickle Sandwiches
Ingredients
- 2 slices of bread (white, brown or wholemeal)
- English butter (at room temperature)
- Cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp of mixed pickle
Preparation
- Lay both slices of bread on a chopping board and thinly spread with butter using a table knife.
- Using a cheese wire or slice, cut thick slices of Cheddar Cheese and place on one slice of bread.
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Spread a layer of mixed pickle on to the cheese and place the other slice of bread on top.
- Using a sharp knife, cut the sandwich diagonally across the corners to form two triangles.
Serving Suggestions
If you are preparing sandwiches for a tea party, cut the sandwich again diagonally across the other two corners, to form four smaller triangles. Arrange on a plate with other sandwiches, with the crusts facing down.
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Recipe - Traditional
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