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Smoked-Salmon, Tomato, and Basil Sandwich

Source of Recipe


Coastal Living, July 2005






List of Ingredients



• 1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  
• 2 Tbsp plain yogurt
  
• 1 clove garlic
  
• 3/4 cup fresh basil leaves, divided
  
• 1/4 tsp salt
  
• 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  
• 1 tsp grated lemon rind
  
• 2 tsp fresh lemon juice
  
• 8 slices crusty country bread, toasted
  
• 2 large tomatoes, sliced
  
• 1/2 lb. sliced smoked salmon
  
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
  






Instructions



1. Combine cream cheese, yogurt, garlic, 1/4 cup basil leaves, and next 4 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
   
   
2. Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture on one side of each slice of bread. Top 4 slices evenly with tomatoes, remaining basil leaves, salmon, and onion. Top with remaining bread slices. Serve immediately.
   
   Makes 4 servings.