Sandwich Platter for Party Food

This sandwich platter includes five varieties: Tuna and Sweetcorn, Chicken and Mayonnaise, Egg and Watercress, Cheese and Onion, and Just Ham. Each type makes 4 sandwiches, and the platter provides 10 portions (each portion is half a sandwich).

Ingredients

Tuna and Sweetcorn Sandwich (4 Sandwiches)

• 2 cans tuna (140g drained weight each)
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 100g sweetcorn (drained)
• 8 slices malted bread

Chicken and Mayonnaise Sandwich (4 Sandwiches)

• 200g cooked chicken breast (shredded, with rice starch if preferred)
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 8 slices malted bread

Egg and Watercress Sandwich (4 Sandwiches)

• 4 large eggs (hard-boiled)
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 small bunch watercress (about 25g)
• 8 slices white bread

Cheese and Onion Sandwich (4 Sandwiches)

• 100g medium mature Cheddar cheese (grated)
• 100g Red Leicester cheese (grated)
• 1 small red onion (finely chopped)
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 8 slices oatmeal bread

Just Ham Sandwich (4 Sandwiches)

• 150g oak-smoked ham (thinly sliced)
• 25g butter (softened)
• 8 slices white bread

Equipment Needed

• Mixing bowls (at least 5, one per filling)
• Fork (for mashing eggs)
• Knife (for spreading and slicing)
• Chopping board
• Grater (for cheese)
• Butter knife
• Serving platter or tray
• Cling film or foil (for covering)

Preparation Time

• Preparation time: 30 minutes
• Cooking time: None (except boiling eggs: 10 minutes)
• Total time: 40 minutes

Instructions

1. Tuna and Sweetcorn Sandwiches
   • Mix the tuna, mayonnaise, and sweetcorn in a bowl until well combined.
   • Spread the mixture evenly on 4 slices of malted bread.
   • Top with the remaining slices and cut each sandwich in half diagonally.
2. Chicken and Mayonnaise Sandwiches
   • Combine the shredded chicken and mayonnaise in a bowl.
   • Spread the filling on 4 slices of malted bread.
   • Top with the remaining slices and cut each sandwich in half diagonally.
3. Egg and Watercress Sandwiches
   • Peel and mash the hard-boiled eggs with mayonnaise until creamy.
   • Spread the mixture on 4 slices of white bread.
   • Add a layer of watercress.
   • Top with the remaining slices and cut each sandwich in half diagonally.
4. Cheese and Onion Sandwiches
   • Mix the grated cheeses, red onion, and mayonnaise in a bowl.
   • Spread the mixture on 4 slices of oatmeal bread.
   • Top with the remaining slices and cut each sandwich in half diagonally.
5. Just Ham Sandwiches
   • Butter 8 slices of white bread.
   • Layer the ham evenly over 4 slices.
   • Top with the remaining slices and cut each sandwich in half diagonally.
6. Arrange all the sandwich halves on a serving platter for a colorful, varied presentation. Cover with cling film until serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Half Sandwich)

This platter is perfect for parties, offering a variety of flavours to satisfy diverse preferences. Adjust the ingredients or portions as needed!