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Smørrebrød · Denmark

Traditional Danish Smørrebrød with Sausage and Cheese

A classic Danish open-faced sandwich with smoked sausage, aged cheese, and traditional toppings.

15 minutes4 servings
Traditional Danish Smørrebrød with Sausage and Cheese
Photo: cyclonebill from Copenhagen, Denmark · CC BY-SA 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Toast the rye bread slices until golden brown.
  2. Spread a thin layer of butter on each slice.
  3. Place sliced smoked sausage on top of the bread.
  4. Add thin slices of Roquefort and Comté cheese.
  5. Top with pickled cucumber and sliced red onion.
  6. Serve immediately as a traditional Danish open-faced sandwich.
  7. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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