Ingredients:

• 12 slices of sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or your preference) 
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened 
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise 
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 
• 1/2 teaspoon salt 
• 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber 
• 1 cup thinly sliced smoked salmon or deli meat (such as turkey or ham) 
• Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish (optional) 

Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, black pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined. 
2. Lay out the slices of bread on a clean surface. Spread a generous amount of the cream cheese mixture onto half of the bread slices. 
3. Arrange the thinly sliced cucumber evenly over the cream cheese mixture on half of the bread slices. 
4. Place the smoked salmon or deli meat on top of the cucumber slices. 
5. Top each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread. 
6. Using a sharp knife, carefully trim off the crusts from each sandwich. 
7. Cut each sandwich into smaller finger-sized pieces or triangles. 
8. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley, if desired. 
9. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.