• 2 packages fat-free cream cheese (3 ounces each)
• 18 slices multi-grain bread
• 1 large red onion, thinly sliced (about 12 ounces)
• 1 cup sliced cucumbers, marinated in French dressing
• 12 crisp lettuce leaves
• 12 tomato slices
• 6 ounce thinly sliced cheddar cheese
• 1½ cup alfalfa sprouts (optional)

Spread cream cheese evenly over 6 slices of bread. Top with half of the onion slices and all the cucumbers. Stack with lettuce leaves, sliced tomato and a second slice of bread. Lay cheddar over second bread slice, then add sprouts and remaining onions. Top with third slice of bread. Cut sandwiches in half and secure with picks.

Provided by the National Onion Association