Princess Tea Sandwiches

Makes 12 open-face sandwiches

Ingredients:

12 slices whole-grain party rye bread

½ cup light semisoft cheese with garlic and herbs

1 pear, cored and sliced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

¼ cup strawberry preserves, fruit spread, or jam

Method:

Spread bread with cheese. Brush pear slices with lemon juice to prevent them from turning brown. Top cheese with preserves, then place 2 slices of pear to create a heart shape. If necessary, trim the rounded end of each pear slice to resemble a heart.

Nutrition per sandwich: 67 calories; 2g protein; 3g fat (1g saturated fat); 9g carbohydrate; 1g fiber; 28mg calcium; 0mg iron; 117mg sodium.

nutrition note:

Most rye bread is not whole grain, so check labels carefully.

Princess Tea Sandwiches