Afternoon-tea Recipe
Zeitloses Vergnügen im Palm Court
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Ingredients
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Afternoon Tea Components
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Brew the Tea
Boil water and steep the loose black tea for 5 minutes. Strain and serve hot.
- 2
Prepare the Scones
Warm the fresh scones in the oven for 5 minutes before serving.
- 3
Make the Cucumber Sandwiches
Slice the cucumber thinly and spread cream cheese on each slice. Assemble the sandwiches.
- 4
Prepare the Smoked Salmon
Arrange the smoked salmon on a plate, garnish with lemon slices.
- 5
Serve the Afternoon Tea
Arrange all components on a tiered stand: tea, scones with jam and clotted cream, cucumber sandwiches, smoked salmon, and assorted pastries.