"lox" & Bagels* Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Chive Cream Cheese

   In a small bowl, mix the cream cheese with the finely chopped chives until well combined. Set aside.

2. 2

   Soft Boil the Eggs

   Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil. Carefully lower in the eggs and boil for about 6–7 minutes for soft-boiled. Remove and place in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Once cooled, peel and set aside.

3. 3

   Toast the Bagels

   Slice the bagels in half and toast them until golden brown.

4. 4

   Assemble the Bagels

   Spread a generous amount of chive cream cheese on each toasted bagel half. Layer with smoked salmon (lox), pickled onions, sliced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and capers.

5. 5

   Add the Egg

   Cut the soft-boiled eggs in half and place one half on each bagel. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve immediately while the bagels are warm.