Festin Château Royal Sandwiches (Printable version)

A sumptuous assortment of artisanal breads with fine meats, cheeses, and fresh garden garnishes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Breads

01 - 6 slices brioche bread
02 - 6 slices pain de mie (white sandwich bread)
03 - 6 mini baguette rolls

→ Meats

04 - 4.2 oz smoked ham, thinly sliced
05 - 4.2 oz roasted turkey breast, thinly sliced
06 - 4.2 oz roast beef, thinly sliced

→ Cheeses

07 - 6 slices Comté cheese
08 - 6 slices Brie cheese
09 - 6 slices Emmental cheese

→ Vegetables & Greens

10 - 2 small tomatoes, thinly sliced
11 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
12 - 1 handful baby arugula
13 - 1 handful butter lettuce leaves

→ Condiments

14 - 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
15 - 3 tbsp mayonnaise
16 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
17 - 1 tbsp herbes de Provence (optional)

→ Garnishes

18 - 6 cornichons, sliced
19 - 1 handful fresh chives, finely chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Lightly toast brioche and pain de mie slices if desired. Slice mini baguette rolls in half.
02 - Spread a thin layer of softened butter on the bottom slice or half of each bread. Optionally, blend butter with herbes de Provence before spreading.
03 - On the first two sandwiches, layer smoked ham, Comté cheese, butter lettuce, and a touch of Dijon mustard.
04 - On the next two sandwiches, arrange roasted turkey breast, Brie cheese, baby arugula, and sliced tomatoes. Spread mayonnaise on the top bread slice.
05 - On the final two sandwiches, layer roast beef, Emmental cheese, sliced cucumber, chives, and a few cornichon slices for tang.
06 - Close sandwiches and secure with decorative picks if desired. Arrange on a platter alternating sandwich types and garnish with extra greens and cornichons.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to assemble yet impressive in presentation, ideal for entertaining.
  • Offers a variety of flavors by featuring three different meats and cheeses.
  • Fresh vegetables and herbs balance the richness for a well-rounded taste.
  • Can be customized to suit your preferences or dietary needs.
02 -
  • Lightly toasting the breads brings out their flavor and creates texture contrast.
  • Mix softened butter with herbes de Provence for a fragrant, flavorful spread.
  • Use decorative picks to hold sandwiches together and elevate presentation.
  • Alternate sandwich types on the platter for eye-catching visual appeal.
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