Egg and Cress Sandwiches
Elevate your afternoon tea or lunchtime spread with these classic Egg and Cress Sandwiches, a timeless favorite that's delightfully simple yet irresistibly satisfying. Made with perfectly boiled eggs mashed into a creamy filling of mayonnaise, butter, and a touch of seasoning, this recipe offers a rich, velvety bite in every sandwich. The addition of fresh, peppery cress provides a crisp contrast and a burst of vibrant flavor. Layered between soft slices of white sandwich bread, they're traditionally trimmed and cut into elegant shapes, perfect for entertaining or a quick, refined meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe delivers a harmonious balance of textures and flavors that's as nutritious as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 bunch cress
- 8 slices white sandwich bread
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes.
Once the eggs are cooked, transfer them to a bowl of ice water to cool for 5 minutes. Peel the eggs and place them in a mixing bowl.
Mash the eggs with a fork until finely crumbled. Add the mayonnaise, butter, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the filling is creamy.
Wash the cress thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Trim any tough stems, leaving just the tender sprigs.
Spread an even layer of the egg mixture onto four slices of bread. Top each with a layer of fresh cress.
Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches. Using a sharp knife, carefully trim the crusts off the sandwiches (optional for a traditional presentation), then cut each sandwich into two rectangles or four triangles.
Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1267 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.4 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.9 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 805 mg | 268% | |
| Sodium | 2743 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.6 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 398 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
