Ham Tea Sandwiches with Cream Cheese and Brie

From a formal British afternoon Tea to B-day parties to wedding or baby showers to Church clean up day, or of course your standard Family Gathering and PotLuck meals. The sandwich is simple, just ham and cheese. But there are a few extras that make it memorable and fits within a budget.

40 slices "cocktail" size rye bread
20 slices deli black forrest ham (about 1 lb)
2 medium Ambrosia apples, sliced thin (of course you can sub any crisp Apple of your choice, I like honey crisp as well)
6 oz soft brie cheese, diced
8 oz (one brick) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
spinach or lettuce slices

In a stand mixer, whip the brie and cream cheese together until creamy, about 5 minutes.

Lay out the bread in two rows; Front row, spread a Tbsp. of the cheese mix. Top with 2 apple slices. Add a folded deli ham slice. Top with optional greens. Spread one more Tbsp. of the cheese mix on the top row of bread and close the sandwich.

Arrange attractively on a tray. Serve immediately or seal with cling wrap to keep the apple slices fresh. Do not remove wrap until just ready to serve. Store in the refrigerator.

Serve chilled.