Bagel Face Sandwiches

Fluffy whipped cream cheese on bagels is a favorite with kids; add crisp and colorful sliced vegetables arranged like funny faces for a fun lunchtime treat or snack.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 carrot, sliced in thin rounds
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup black olives, sliced
1 bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1/4 pound alfalfa sprouts
1 cucumber, thinly sliced
2 bagels
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1 (12-ounce) container whipped cream cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. Arrange the vegetables on a platter.
2. Combine ranch dressing with whipped cream.
3. Spread cream cheese mixture on the bagel halves.
4. Invite diners to decorate their bagel with desired vegetables.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy The Clorox Company/Hidden Valley, member of The Association For Dressings and Sauces.