Star & Heart Shape Sandwiches

Instructions

1. 01

   Lay 4 slices of bread flat on a clean, solid cutting board.

2. 02

   Spread a light, thin layer of mayonnaise, butter, or cream cheese across each bread slice.

3. 03

   Layer one slice of cheese and one slice of turkey onto two of the bread slices, then top with the remaining bread slices to form two complete sandwiches.

4. 04

   Press the star and heart cookie cutters firmly straight down into the center of each sandwich, pressing through both bread layers and the filling.

5. 05

   Gently remove the cut shapes and place the shaped sandwiches into the main compartment of the lunchbox.

6. 06

   Save the remaining bread crust cutouts in an airtight container for toasting into homemade croutons or breadcrumbs.

— Chef's Notes & Practical Tips —

• ✦Use soft, fresh sandwich bread; crusty artisan loaves tend to crack when pressed with cookie cutters.
• ✦Cut the sandwich firmly on a solid cutting board for crisp, sealed edges without filling spillage.
• ✦Toss leftover crusts with olive oil and Italian seasoning, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 minutes to make homemade snack croutons.

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