Cow Cheese and Pineapple Open-Faced Sandwiches
Elevated Cow Cheese and Pineapple Open-Faced Sandwiches: A Symphony of Flavors This recipe takes the classic cow cheese sandwich to a whole new level, transforming it into a visually stunning and flavor-packed appetizer or light lunch. Ingredients (Makes 4 open-faced sandwiches): 4 slices high-quality bread (sourdough, rye, or a flavorful baguette would work well) 1/4 kg fresh cow cheese (ricotta or a creamy goat cheese could be substituted) 1/4 cup softened butter 2 large egg yolks, boiled and mashed 100g pitted Kalamata olives (chopped) 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard Fresh pineapple slices, cut roughly 1/4 inch thick (around 1 cup) Assortment of fresh greens (baby spinach, arugula, or a mix would work well) Radishes, thinly sliced for garnish Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste Instructions: Prep the Cheese Base: In a medium bowl, mash the cow cheese with a fork until smooth. Beat in the softened butter until well combined and c...