Smoked Salmon, Herb Cream Cheese & Cucumber Sandwich

Directions

1. Mince the chives and mix them into a bowl with the cream cheese and dill; add a pinch of pepper and mash until well combined.
2. Wash, dry, and chop the chives finely if needed, then fold into the herb cream cheese until evenly incorporated.
3. Rinse the cucumber, trim the ends, and peel if you like; slice into thin rounds for layering.
4. Lay out the bread slices on a clean surface and evenly spread the herb cream cheese on each slice.
5. Top half of the bread slices with cucumber rounds and layered smoked salmon, then cover with the remaining bread slices to form sandwiches.
6. Press down gently, then cut each sandwich in half to make two portions for serving.
7. Arrange the halves on plates and serve immediately, or wrap and refrigerate for later.
8. If making ahead, keep the cream cheese and fillings separate from the bread until ready to eat.