Benedictine Sandwiches

Transform your next gathering with the delightful charm of Benedictine Sandwiches! This classic Kentucky recipe features a creamy, tangy spread made from smooth cream cheese, freshly grated cucumber, and a touch of green onion for a flavorful kick. Enhanced with a dollop of mayonnaise and a hint of salt, the mixture achieves a perfect balance that's both refreshing and satisfying. Traditionally accented with a pop of green food coloring, this vibrant filling is layered between soft slices of white sandwich bread, then trimmed into elegant shapes perfect for tea parties, brunches, or light lunches. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, these Benedictine Sandwiches bring a touch of retro sophistication to your table while remaining irresistibly simple and crowd-pleasing.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 2 stalks Green onion
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 16 slices Soft white sandwich bread
• 2 drops Optional green food coloring

Directions

Step 1

Peel the cucumber and grate it finely using a box grater or food processor.

Step 2

Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to avoid a watery spread.

Step 3

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and green onions. Mix until smooth.

Step 4

Add the grated cucumber and salt, then stir until well combined. If desired, add a couple of drops of green food coloring for a traditional touch.

Step 5

Spread a generous layer of the Benedictine mixture onto a slice of bread. Top with another slice of bread to make a sandwich.

Step 6

Trim the crusts off each sandwich for a clean appearance, then cut into triangles or squares.

Step 7

Repeat with the remaining bread and spread until all sandwiches are prepared.

Step 8

Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1178.5 grams (1178.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2973

Total Fat 124.30g	159%
Saturated Fat 55.90g	280%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.40g
Cholesterol 259mg	86%
Sodium 5651mg	246%
Total Carbohydrate 380.00g	138%
Dietary Fiber 17.80g	64%
Total Sugars 60.60g
Protein 79.80g	160%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1234mg	95%
Iron 14mg	78%
Potassium 1156mg	25%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.8%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 51.4%