Smoked Mozzarella Watermelon Pumps

You may add shaved smoked ham to these pumps for a heartier sandwich.

Ingredients:

11/4 cup honey Dijon mustard
8 small Hawaiian or soft pumpernickel rolls, split
8 (1/4-inch thick) slices smoked mozzarella cheese*
8 slices seedless watermelon the same size as the cheese slices, drained to remove excess moisture
1 cup fresh alfalfa sprouts

Instructions:

Spread the mustard on each of the cut sizes of the rolls. Place a slice of cheese and watermelon on top of each roll bottom and divide the sprouts over the watermelon slices. Place the top of the roll over the sprouts.

* Smoked fresh mozzarella cheese can be found with specialty or gourmet cheeses at most supermarkets. It comes in ovals about 3 inches in diameter, which is the perfect size for this recipe. If the smoked mozzarella available in your market is larger, cut in half and use half-moon shapes. Plain fresh mozzarella can be substituted but the smoky flavor is terrific in the recipe. If you use plain fresh mozzarella cheese, add a drop or two of liquid smoke to the honey Dijon.

Servings:

8 appetizer sandwiches