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A week at the chalet, or a house full of guests at Christmas?
It’s always the same person in the kitchen whilst the others are having a laugh by the fire… This year, we’re cooking in advance: six homemade dishes, tested after being frozen. Once we’re there, we just reheat them and join in the fun.
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Cucumber and mint sandwiches
Description
"Why aren't there any cucumber sandwiches? I ordered them specially. - Lady Bracknell, Oscar Wilde Iconic English tea sandwiches are far from ordinary. The House of Windsor traditionally serves them with a hint of fresh mint, a detail revealed during the Queen's Jubilee by a court chef. This version pays tribute to that discreet elegance: freshness, refinement and simplicity in a few simple steps. Perfect for an elegant snack, a chic aperitif or an afternoon tea.
Ingredients
Instructions
- TRADITIONAL METHOD
Preparation (traditional method)
1. Cut the cucumber into very thin slices. Place in a colander, sprinkle with salt and leave to drain for 20 minutes. If necessary, rinse with fresh water and dry on absorbent paper.
2. Spread the slices of bread with the soft butter.
3. Arrange the cucumber slices in an even layer on 4 slices of bread. Sprinkle with chopped fresh mint and season lightly with pepper.
4. Cover with the remaining 4 slices, buttered side down.
5. Carefully remove the crusts, then cut into fingers, triangles or small squares according to the desired presentation.
THERMOMIX® METHOD.
