Smoky Pimiento Cheese Tea Sandwiches
Makes 20
Ingredients
- 1 (8-ounce) package smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
- 1 (7-ounce) package smoked Cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- 1 (4-ounce) jar diced pimientos, drained
- 2 tablespoons chopped pickled banana peppers
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 10 slices hearty white bread
Instructions
- In a large bowl, stir together both cheeses, mayonnaise, pimientos, banana peppers, Dijon, and hot sauce, if using, until well combined. Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
- Spread a thick layer of pimiento cheese mixture onto 5 bread slices. Cover with remaining bread slices to make 5 sandwiches.
- Using a serrated bread knife, trim and discard crusts from sandwiches. Cut each sandwich into 4 rectangles. Serve immediately or cover with damp paper towels, place in a covered container, and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 hour.
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