SMORGASTARTA

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Categories     Sandwich     Egg     Herb     Cocktail Party     Lunch     Buffet     Cream Cheese     Salmon     Summer     Shower     Chill     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 to 12 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

For egg salad filling
8 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped fine
2/3 cup mayonnaise
2 scallions (white and pale green parts only), chopped fine
1 teaspoon drained capers, chopped
For smoked salmon filling
10 ounces smoked salmon, chopped fine
1 1/2 cups crème fraîche
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
For cream cheese filling
3/4 cup whipped cream cheese
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
3 tablespoons mixed finely chopped fresh herbs such as parsley, dill, and chives
40 slices very thin firm white sandwich bread (from two 1-pound loaves)
For herb topping
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh parsley leaves
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh dill sprigs
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Make fillings:
  • In 3 separate bowls combine all ingredients for each filling, stirring each together until combined well. Season each filling with salt and pepper.
  • Stack 4 bread slices together and with a serrated knife trim crusts from bread. Stack and trim remaining 36 bread slices in same manner.
  • On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or wax paper arrange 8 bread slices side by side in 2 rows of 4 slices each to form a rectangle. Top rectangle with half of egg salad filling, spreading evenly, and cover with 8 more bread slices in same manner, pressing gently on top and sides to form an even layer.
  • Top second layer of bread with half of salmon filling, spreading evenly, and cover with 8 bread slices in same manner to form an even layer.
  • Top third layer of bread with all of cream cheese filling, spreading evenly, and cover with 8 bread slices in same manner to form an even layer.
  • Make layers with remaining salmon filling, remaining 8 bread slices, and remaining egg salad filling in same manner, ending with egg salad. Chill torte, covered with plastic wrap, at least 12 hours and up to 2 days.
  • Make topping:
  • In a bowl stir together herbs until combined well.
  • Trim sides of torte and sprinkle topping over egg salad layer.
  • Serve torte cut into small pieces.

Jameelah Mapp
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This smorgastarta was a waste of time and money.


Akhi Nur
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I was disappointed with this smorgastarta. It didn't live up to my expectations.


Angie Everett
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I found this smorgastarta to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Chi Raw3a
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This smorgastarta was a bit too fishy for my taste.


Hameed Msd
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my smorgastarta didn't turn out as well as I hoped. I think I might have overcooked it.


Katie Slawinski
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This smorgastarta is a work of art! It's almost too pretty to eat.


Zora Adebajo
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I've never had smorgastarta before, but I'm glad I tried it. It's a delicious and unique dish.


Hd Janto
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This smorgastarta is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it for a special occasion.


James Lowes
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I made this smorgastarta for a potluck and it was a big hit! Everyone loved it.


Mahmoud Fahmy
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I'm not a huge fan of seafood, but I really enjoyed this smorgastarta. The flavors were well-balanced and the textures were perfect.


Usha Chaulagain
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This smorgastarta is so delicious! The combination of flavors is amazing.


Fi farid Khan
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I love the way this smorgastarta looks! It's so colorful and festive.


Numan Hassan
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This was my first time making smorgastarta and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect.


Eva Williams
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I've made this smorgastarta a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort.


Cataleya Middlebrooks
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This smorgastarta was a huge hit at my party! Everyone loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again.