Wednesday, August 25, 2010

We should read to give our souls a chance to luxuriate.
~Henry Miller

Cucumber, Radish and Watercress Sandwiches

with Truffled Goat Cheese

Truffle oil lends an earthy flavor; it can be found at specialty foods stores and some supermarkets. If you can't find the oil, these sandwiches will still be delicious without it.

9 ounces soft fresh goat cheese
1/2 cup chopped watercress
1 teaspoon truffle oil
12 very thin slices white bread
1 bunch radishes, very thinly sliced
1/2 English hothouse cucumber, peeled, thinly sliced

Blend goat cheese, watercress, and truffle oil in processor until just combined. Season with salt and pepper. Place bread slices on work surface. Spread each with goat cheese mixture, dividing equally. Set aside 24 radish slices for garnish. Top 6 bread slices with cucumber slices, then remaining radish slices. Sprinkle with pepper. Top with remaining bread slices, cheese side down. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Wrap individually in paper towels; chill.)

Trim sandwich crusts. Cut each sandwich into 4 squares. Transfer to platter. Top each with 1 radish slice and serve.

Bon Appétit, April 2003


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