Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Place softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped green onions, diced red bell pepper, dill weed, and garlic powder.
- Blend the mixture until smooth using a spatula or hand mixer.
- Gently fold in sliced smoked salmon and a splash of lemon juice.
- Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Chill the filling in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Assembly
- Lay out Ritz crackers on a clean surface.
- Spread a generous layer of cream cheese filling on each cracker.
- Top with another Ritz cracker and press gently to form a sandwich.
- Repeat until all filling is used or desired sandwiches are made.
- Garnish with cucumber slices or extra dill for elegance.
- Chill assembled sandwiches for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
To store leftover sandwiches, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for about 2 days. If unassembled, keep the filling and crackers separate to prevent sogginess. Chilling the filling for at least an hour helps flavors blend and makes the mixture easier to spread.
