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Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese Tramezzino Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 8 slices of white bread
- 4 oz. smoked salmon
- 4 oz. cream cheese
- 1 tbsp. capers
- 1 tbsp. chopped fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, capers, and chopped dill until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Lay out the slices of bread on a clean work surface. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over each slice.

3. Divide the smoked salmon evenly among 4 of the bread slices, placing it on top of the cream cheese mixture.

4. Top each salmon-covered slice with one of the remaining slices of bread, cream cheese side down.

5. Cut the crusts off each sandwich and then cut each sandwich into 4 small triangles.

6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to serve.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: None
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- Makes 16 small triangles

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 87 per triangle
- Total fat: 5g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 12mg
- Sodium: 190mg
- Total carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Whole wheat bread can be used instead of white bread.
- Chives or parsley can be used instead of dill.
- Smoked trout or smoked mackerel can be used instead of smoked salmon.

Variations:
- Add sliced cucumber or tomato to the sandwich for extra crunch.
- Use flavored cream cheese, such as garlic or herb, for added flavor.
- Substitute the capers with chopped olives or pickles.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the cream cheese is at room temperature before mixing it with the other ingredients.
- Use a serrated knife to cut the sandwiches into triangles for a clean cut.
- Serve the sandwiches with a side of fresh fruit or a small salad for a complete meal.

Storage instructions:
- Store the sandwiches in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
- None

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sandwiches on a platter with a sprig of fresh dill or a lemon wedge for garnish.

Garnishes:
- Fresh dill or parsley
- Lemon wedges

Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of white wine or a sparkling water with lemon.

Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mixed green salad with a light vinaigrette dressing

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cream cheese mixture is too thick, add a splash of milk to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the smoked salmon is fresh and has been properly stored.

Food history:
- Tramezzino is an Italian sandwich made with soft white bread and filled with a variety of ingredients.

Flavor profiles:
- Creamy, salty, and slightly tangy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or light lunch.

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Taste: Savory, Smoky, Creamy, Tangy, Salty