Turkey on Rye Cocktail Sandwiches

Prep Time: 20 minutes, makes 18 sandwiches

Ingredients:

• 1 package of Rubschlager Cocktail Rye Bread
• 1 package of Organic Cherry Tomatoes
• 1 package of Pepper Jack Cheese Deli Slices
• 1 package of Hillshire Farms Turkey Deli Slices
• l package of Hellman's Mayonnaise ( optional)
• Toothpicks

For the party planning diva that does not have time to prepare for her party because she has so many other things to do, but does not want to run to the deli for pre-made sandwiches, here is the perfect h'orderve for any type of party. For my daytime parties, I usually serve it as a main dish, but for my more elaborate evening parties, it is the perfect h'orderve. My son, on the other hand, finds this to be the perfect finger food snack, and it is healthier than running to McDonald's or serving him chips. The preparation might be a bit meticulous for the diva who is always on the move, but the final product will make it appear like you spent hours slaving in the kitchen.

Preparation:

First, take the slices of Rye bread and lay them across to give yourself an idea of how many sandwiches you will be making. Then, take the turkey slices and cut them evenly into four pieces. Place two of the slices onto each sandwich. If you like your sandwiches thick, like most men do, then place all four slices onto each piece of bread. If you choose to do this, then remember you will need more turkey than just one package. Once the turkey has been placed, take the pepper jack cheese and cut it into four slices. Again, you have the choice of how many slices you want to place on each sandwich depending upon your liking. Generally, I place two slices, because it evenly divides the flavor of both the cheese and turkey. If you put all four slices, your guests will be soaking in the flavor, and forgetting it is indeed a turkey sandwich. Since I usually am having to prepare the night before while my son is asleep, I opt against the mayonnaise; it soaks into the sandwich if refrigerated overnight running into the sandwich and running the taste. But if you are the ultimate diva and have time the day of the party, then by all means, put on the mayonnaise! Once you have completed the sandwich, top it off with the second slice of bread. Then, take a cherry tomato and pin it onto the sandwich with a toothpick. This helps to keep the sandwich in place, and allows the tomato to serve both as a garnish and sandwich topper. It also helps to keep the sandwich fresh, and again prevents the tomato from running into the sandwich. And, as a result, you look like a domestic goddess in the kitchen!