One year when we had grown more radishes than we could eat, a friend from Switzerland suggested radish and cream cheese sandwiches. It seemed strange, but we thought we’d give it a try. And, guess what? We were pleasantly surprised by this unusual combination, and now look forward to a plethora of radishes every spring and fall!
And thanks to the same friend for sending us photos to use. Isn’t this beautiful?
Prep Time | |
5 minutes |
Passive Time |
15 minutes |
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Easy!
Inexpensive!
Serves:1person
Serving Size:2 open face sandwiches
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You will not be disappointed by this simple, yet unusual combination. The crisp texture and spicy flavor contrast beautifully with cream cheese. Use regular or Neufchâtel, which is a lower-fat cream cheese. We serve this as 2 open face sandwiches, or cut into smaller pieces as appetizers.
Tools:knife and cutting board
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- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon butter
- 2 slices dark, whole grain bread (use a dense, thin-sliced bread)
- 2 small radishes or 1 large
- 1 pinch salt
- chives (fresh)
- Set cream cheese and butter out on counter for about 15 minutes to soften enough to spread easily.
- Lay 2 thin slices of bread on a flat surface. Spread about 1/2 teaspoon of butter evenly on the bread, then spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese over each piece.
- Thinly slice the radishes and scatter over the cream cheese.
- Sprinkle a pinch of nice, coarse salt (if available) over the radishes.
- Slice a teaspoon or so of chives and sprinkle on top. Garnish plate with longer pieces of chives and a chive blossom, if desired.
- Serve open face.
Tip:
These also work as appetizers. Cut bread into 2-inch x 2-inch squares, or buy bread that comes in the size. Make as many as you want!
VARIATION:
- Chop radishes and mix into cream cheese.
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