Hearty Onion-Veggie Sandwich

2 packages (3 oz. each) fat-free cream cheese
18 slices multi-grain bread
1 large (12 oz.) red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup sliced cucumbers, marinated in French dressing
12 crisp lettuce leaves
12 tomato slices
6 oz. thinly sliced cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups 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.

Makes 6 servings
Source: National Onion Association