Cucumber Cheese Melt Food

CUCUMBER CREAM CHEESE SPREAD

Steps:

• Add cucumber to food processor bowl.
• Cut the roots off green onions and place in food processor.
• Cover and process until coarsely chopped - be sure to not over process. You want chunks not puree/liquid.
• Add cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce and salt to the bowl and cover and process until smooth. Transfer mixture to a serving bowl.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

EASY CUCUMBER SANDWICHES WITH CREAM CHEESE

Steps:

• Slice cucumber very thinly using a mandolin and if your knife skill is great, then use a knife but ensure that the cucumber slices are paper-thin.
• Make the cream cheese filling. Add the cream cheese and mayonnaise together in a bowl until smooth. Add dill and stir to combine. Finally, season with some salt and pepper to taste.
• This step is optional, you may or may not cut the crust off the white bread before you assemble the sandwich
• Finally, assemble the sandwich, start by spreading the cream cheese filling on bread slices. Followed by the cucumber slices, layer it on the cream cheese spread and top it with another slice of bread. Using a sharp or serrated knife, cut off the crust if you haven't done this beforehand. Then cut the sandwich into 3 fingers.
• Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to a day

CUCUMBER CHEESE MELT

Steps:

• Mix cream cheese and blue cheese; spread on 4 slices of bread.
• Spread 1 tablespoon of apricot fruit spread over cheese.
• Top each with 4 cucumber slices, a slice of Swiss cheese and remaining bread slices.
• Spray a large skillet with cooking spray. Cook sandwiches over medium heat until golden on bottoms, about 5 minutes.
• Spray tops of sandwiches with cooking spray and brown on the other side.

CUCUMBER SLICES TOPPED WITH HERBED CREAM CHEESE

Steps:

• Process or blend 1st 8 ingredients together until smooth.
• Cut cucumber into 5mm slices and top with cheese mixture.
• Garnish with extra oregano and red pepper pieces.
• Note: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. This time is not included in the preparation time.

SAUTEED CUCUMBERS

Steps:

• Peel cucumber, and cut into large chunks.
• In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add cucumber and salt, and cook, tossing occasionally, until tender, about 5 minutes. Serve sprinkled with dill or parsley.