Egg and Cress Delight

Ingredients

• 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and mashed 4 hard-boiled eggs, peeled and mashed
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup fresh cress 1 cup fresh cress
• 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your preferred choice) 8 slices of bread (white, whole wheat, or your preferred choice)

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 20g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 24g, 3g
• Protein: 12g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, combine the mashed hard-boiled eggs, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Lay out the bread slices and divide the egg mixture equally among 4 slices.
3. 3.
   Top each egg-covered slice with a generous amount of fresh cress.
4. 4.
   Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to create sandwiches.
5. 5.
   Cut the sandwiches diagonally or into desired shapes.
6. 6.
   Serve immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Eggs — To achieve perfectly boiled eggs, place them in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 9 minutes. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process and make them easier to peel.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, you can sprinkle a pinch of paprika or cayenne pepper on the egg filling.
• Experiment with different types of bread, such as sourdough or rye, to add extra depth to the sandwich.
• If you prefer a tangier taste, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the egg mixture.
• To make the sandwich more substantial, you can add slices of avocado or tomato.
• For a more elegant presentation, remove the crusts from the bread slices before assembling the sandwich.

Serving advice

Serve the Egg and Cress Delight as a standalone meal or pair it with a side salad for a more complete and satisfying lunch. It is also a great option for afternoon tea or as part of a brunch menu.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the Egg and Cress Delight, cut the sandwiches into attractive shapes, such as triangles or squares. Arrange them neatly on a platter or individual plates, garnishing with a sprig of fresh cress for an added touch of elegance.