Christas Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches Recipe

Christas Cucumber Basil Tea Sandwiches Recipe

  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons half-and-half
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 12 slices rye bread
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 24 leaves fresh basil
  1. Beat cream cheese with half-and-half with an electric mixer in a bowl until smooth and easy to spread; stir in chives.
  2. Use a large round cookie or biscuit cutter to cut 24 rounds out of the bread slices. Spread each round with cream cheese mixture and top each canape with 1 or 2 thin cucumber slices and a basil leaf. If making ahead, cover tea sandwiches lightly with plastic wrap and chill.
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