Tea Sandwiches:

* Tea Sandwiches*:
Allow 4 to 6 cut sandwich servings for each person.
Choose the best-quality white or wheat bread as possible. Never serve end
slices. Freezing the bread before cutting and then spreading makes for
easier handling.
Bread slices should be lightly buttered not matter what the filling.
Unsalted butter should always be used. Butter should be at room temperature
before spreading. Sandwiches will not become limp and soggy as readily if
you spread the butter to the edge of the bread.
Cut the crusts off the bread with a long, sharp knife after the sandwiches
are filled. This keeps everything neater.
Since tea sandwiches should be delicate, cut each sandwich in half on the
diagonal or into thirds or fourths before serving. Decorative shapes can be
made with cookie cutters.
* Making Sandwiches Ahead of Time:
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If you need to make tea sandwiches in advance and need to keep them from
drying out, cover them loosely with a sheet of wax paper and then place a
damp kitchen towel over the wax paper (never place a damp towel directly on
top of the bread because the sandwiches will become soggy). Refrigerate.
When ready to serve, remove from refrigerator. Uncover sandwiches just
before serving.
== Contributed by: ==
* Catsrecipes Y-Group
Category:Cathy's Recipes