Make Your St . Patrick ’ s Day Spread Green with Envy march / april 2024
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( Culinary . net ) Freshen up your St . Patrick ’ s Day menu with easy , light sandwiches inspired by the traditional color of the festivities . These open-faced noshes can be perfect for lunch , snack time or even as an appetizer for get-togethers with friends and family .
Layered with a smooth cream cheese and mozzarella mixture then topped with crisp cucumber and a stem of green bell pepper , these St . Patrick ’ s Day Sandwiches are easy and cute , which makes them a fan favorite at nearly any green gathering . They ’ re also sprinkled with lemon juice to add a little acidity and create a nice , light bite .
Plus , this recipe is quick to make . When you ’ re in a rush to get everything on the table for the party , it ’ s easy to throw together and get on the platter in next to no time .
The sandwiches pop off the plate with their bright , seasonal garnishes . While sure to attract attention and have your loved ones asking “ Where did you get this idea ?” they ’ re also an easy way to sneak a few vegetables into your kids ’ diets .
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ST . PATRICK ’ S DAY SANDWICHES Yield : 8 sandwiches
8 ounces plain cream cheese spread , softened 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese salt 4 English muffins 24 slices cucumber 8 thin slices green pepper fresh cilantro leaves lemon juice lemon slices , for garnish ( optional )
1 . In bowl , mix cream cheese spread , mozzarella cheese and salt well . 2 . Split English muffins in half . Cut each muffin half into shamrock shape . 3 . Spread cheese mixture over each muffin half . 4 . Place three cucumbers on each “ shamrock ,” one on each “ leaf .” Use green pepper slice as stem . Place cilantro leaf on top of each sandwich . 5 . Sprinkle sandwiches with lemon juice and add lemon slices , for garnish , if desired .