📖 Instructions

1. First things first, let's get those cucumbers prepped. Wash them thoroughly, then use your sharp knife to slice them into paper-thin rounds. I know, it sounds fiddly, but trust me, the effort is worth it—the thinner the slices, the better the texture! Aim for consistent thickness for even distribution on the sandwiches. Pat the cucumber slices dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture; moisture is the enemy of a great sandwich, especially with delicate smoked salmon.
2. Next, take your cream cheese and spoon it into a small mixing bowl. Add your fresh dill – finely chopped, mind you – and a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Don't go too heavy on the pepper, you want to let the smoky salmon flavor shine through. Mix everything gently using your spatula until it's evenly combined and creamy. Yum!
3. Now, let's tackle the bread. I recommend using a good quality, thinly sliced bread—something soft and buttery to offset the salmon's richness. Gently spread a thin layer of your dill cream cheese onto each slice of bread. You don't need much, just enough to hold everything together nicely and add that amazing creamy flavor.
4. Now, for the star of the show: the smoked salmon! Lay the smoked salmon slices neatly on top of the cream cheese on one slice of bread. Again, you want nice and thin slices, for an even distribution of flavor and texture—you don't want a single, overpowering slice of salmon!
5. Arrange the cucumber slices neatly on top of the smoked salmon. Try to arrange them in an overlapping, slightly artistic pattern to add an extra visual touch of delicateness; your guests will surely appreciate it! Place another slice of bread on top to complete the sandwich.
6. If you're feeling fancy, you can use a bread knife to carefully trim off the crusts. This creates a nice, neat finish but is totally optional! I find it's nice to avoid crusts, adds a little extra visual appeal.
7. Cut the sandwiches in half, diagonally, if you're going for that classic tea party look. You can also cut them into smaller squares, or even leave them whole, depending on your preference and the size of your bread slices. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture. ENJOY!