Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 plain bagels
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 kabanos sausages
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- 1/4 cup arugula
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Toaster or toaster oven
- Cutting board
- Knife
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the toaster or toaster oven to 350°F.
2. Slice the bagels in half and toast them until lightly browned.
3. Spread 1 oz of cream cheese on each half of the bagel.
4. Slice the kabanos sausages into thin rounds and place them on top of the cream cheese.
5. Add a few slices of red onion and tomato on top of the kabanos.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Top with a handful of arugula.
8. Place the other half of the bagel on top to make a sandwich.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Temperature:
Toaster or toaster oven at 350°F
Serving size:
2 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
Calories: 450
Fat: 26g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Protein: 18g
Sodium: 840mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Plain bagels can be substituted with any other type of bagel.
- Cream cheese can be substituted with any other type of spread.
- Kabanos sausages can be substituted with any other type of sausage.
- Red onion can be substituted with any other type of onion.
- Tomato can be substituted with any other type of vegetable.
- Arugula can be substituted with any other type of greens.
Variations:
- Add sliced avocado or cucumber for extra freshness.
- Use flavored cream cheese for added flavor.
- Add a fried egg for a breakfast twist.
- Use a different type of bread, such as a croissant or ciabatta.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to slice the kabanos sausages thinly for easier eating.
- Toast the bagels to your desired level of crispiness.
- Add a little bit of hot sauce or mustard for extra flavor.
Storage instructions:
This sandwich is best eaten fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the sandwich in the toaster or toaster oven at 350°F for 5 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the sandwich on a plate with a side of chips or a salad.
Garnishes:
Garnish with a sprig of fresh herbs, such as parsley or cilantro.
Pairings:
Pair with a cold glass of iced tea or lemonade.
Suggested side dishes:
Chips, salad, or fruit.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the bagel is too hard to slice, microwave it for a few seconds to soften it up.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to properly store any leftover ingredients and wash your hands and utensils before preparing the sandwich.
Food history:
Kabanos sausages are a type of thin, dry sausage that originated in Poland.
Flavor profiles:
This sandwich is savory and slightly spicy from the kabanos sausages, with a creamy and tangy flavor from the cream cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve for breakfast, lunch, or as a snack.
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